Man dies in M5 incident between Taunton and Bridgwater

Emergency services were called shortly before 2.45pm following the incident involving a pedestrian and a lorry on the southbound carriageway between junctions 24 (Bridgwater South) and 25 (Taunton). A man, in his 50s, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

A spokesperson for the Avon and Somerset Police said: "Our thoughts are with the man's family, who have been notified and will receive support from a specially-trained officer."

The M5 was shut in both directions for a number of hours to enable emergency services to respond and collision investigation work to be carried out. The northbound carriageway was reopened at around 6.15pm, with the southbound re-opening a few hours later. The spokesperson added: "We understand the motorway closure did cause disruption to motorists but are grateful for the public's patience and understanding given the tragic nature of the circumstances."

Anyone with information about the incident can contact the police online or on 101 and quote reference number 5225050845.

References

^ M5 forced to be closed between Bridgwater and Taunton (www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk)
^ Serious accident with lorry closes M5 both carriageways (www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk)