Man dies as car collides with minibus in Bridgwater

Five others injured in crash near Hinkley Point C

Author: Gavin RutterPublished 6th Dec 2022

A driver has died after his car was involved in a collision with a minibus in Bridgwater, near Hinkley Point C.

The man, in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene following the crash on Hinkley Point Road at about 7.00pm last night.

A specially trained police family liaison officer is supporting the man's family.

The driver of the minibus, also a man in his 40s, was taken to hospital, his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening or life-changing.

Four passengers sustained minor injuries.

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident, or have dashcam footage, to contact 101 and quote reference number 5222291622.

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