Published: 8:00 am November 12, 2024
Updated: 12:12 pm October 8, 2025
M5 Closed After Tragic Death of 17-Year-Old Girl in Collision

 

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The M5 in Somerset remains closed in both directions after a fatal collision involving a 17-year-old girl and a car late on Monday night. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed the incident occurred around 11:00 pm between junctions 24, for Bridgwater, and 25, for Taunton. The young pedestrian tragically died at the scene, and her family has been informed. No one else was injured in the incident.
Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from the area at the time of the accident to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation.

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