Man Arrested After Deadly Crash on M4

A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving following a fatal crash on the M4 in the early hours of Thursday.

Deadly Collision on Eastbound M4

The smash happened just after 1.30am on September 24, between junctions 17 and 18 on the eastbound carriageway. A single car was involved.

  • One man inside the vehicle died at the scene.
  • Another man suffered life-threatening injuries and was rushed to Southmead Hospital in bristol/" title="Bristol" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Bristol but has now been discharged.

Investigation Underway

The man arrested has been released under investigation as police continue inquiries.

Anyone who saw the crash or has dash cam footage from that stretch of the M4 around that time is urged to contact Wiltshire Police on 101, quoting log 7 of September 24, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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