Two fatalities after M4 crash

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for witnesses after a collision on the M4 near Bristol this morning.

Emergency services were called to a two-car collision on M4 eastbound between junctions 22 (M49) and 21 (M48) at approximately 12.05am this morning (Monday 17 July).

Officers arriving at the scene found both vehicles had left the carriageway, and a number of casualties. They were supported by the National Police Air Service and Gwent Police.

Sadly, two women, who were passengers in one of the vehicles, were pronounced deceased at the scene. Relatives of the two women have been informed and our thoughts are with them.

The three remaining occupants of the vehicle attended hospital, but their injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.

Three men who were travelling in the other car have been arrested and are in police custody after also receiving hospital treatment.

The road has now reopened.

Police are asking for any witnesses or motorists with dashcam - to call 101 and quote reference number 5223170366.

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