A woman has sustained critical injuries following a collision on the M5 motorway, according to police reports. This incident occurred early in the morning on a stretch of the motorway connecting Bridgwater and Taunton.
M5 Collision Details
The crash took place around 02:15 BST on the southbound side of the M5, specifically between junction 24 for Bridgwater and junction 25 for Taunton. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed that a blue BMW was the sole vehicle involved in this accident.
Impact on Traffic
- The M5 was initially closed in both directions.
- Northbound traffic was reopened shortly after.
- The southbound carriageway remains closed for ongoing investigations.
Injuries and Investigation
The woman involved in the accident is currently hospitalized. Police have notified her next of kin regarding her condition. Authorities urge anyone who may have information or relevant dashcam footage to come forward to assist in their inquiries.
