Man in his 50s dead after being hit by a lorry on the M5
Published: 00:15, 28 February 2025 | Updated: 00:16, 28 February 2025
An investigation is underway into a serious crash on the M5 which saw a man killed after being hit by a lorry.
Motorists in the West Country were stuck in gridlock for hours after the motorway was closed following the crash - which involved a pedestrian, a car and a lorry.
Emergency services were called to the incident, which took place between junctions 24 (Bridgwater South) and 25 (Taunton), shortly after 2.45pm on Wednesday.
Crews discovered that the pedestrian, a man in his 50s, had sustained fatal injuries.
Despite the best efforts of ambulance staff, he sadly died at the scene. Police say his family have been notified and will receive support from a specially trained officer.
The M5 remained shut in both directions until 6.15pm whilst officers carried out a lengthy investigation into the crash.
Avon and Somerset Police are now appealing for anyone with dashcam footage or information to come forward.
Motorists in the West Country were stuck in gridlock for hours on Wednesday after the M5 was closed following the crash - which involved a pedestrian, a car and a lorry
A spokesperson for the force said: '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. 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.
'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 us online or on 101 and quote reference number 5225050845.'
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