Pedestrian dies after crash on A303 in Somerset
The collision happened on the A303 just before the A356 Crewkerne junction at around 9.40pm on Sunday 21st December
Last updated 22nd Dec 2025
A person has died after being hit by a car on the A303 Eastbound near South Petherton.
The collision happened just before the A356 Crewkerne junction at around 9.40pm on Sunday, 21st December.
The crash involved a Seat Leon and a pedestrian, who passed away at the scene.
The pedestrian's next of kin has been informed and police say their family will be offered support by a specialist family liaison officer.
The driver and two passengers of the Seat Leon were treated for minor injuries in hospital and are assisting police with the investigation.
Police are appealing for information and are eager to speak to the driver of a van which came off at the Crewkerne junction at the time of the collision.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage is encouraged to contact police.