Tragic Crash on A38: Two Dead Alongside Horse in Horrific Horse-and-Trap Smash

A devastating collision on the A38 has claimed three lives — including the horse — in a sobering accident that has shocked the local community.

Fatal Smash Near M50 Junction

Gloucestershire Police confirmed the fatal crash happened around 11:35pm on Friday, just north of junction 1 on the M50. A horse-and-trap carrying two Worcestershire residents collided with a blue Volkswagen Golf.

Tragically, both occupants of the horse-and-trap and the horse itself died at the scene. The driver of the Volkswagen escaped unharmed.

Police Seek Witnesses

Officers are appealing for anyone who was near the scene to come forward. Witness accounts and any information could be vital to uncovering how this heartbreaking crash unfolded.

This tragic loss has left a community in mourning and a road in grief.

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