A woman has sadly lost her life, and two others are battling life-threatening injuries following a collision on the M4 early yesterday morning.
Emergency services rushed to the scene on the M4 westbound, situated between junctions 15 and 16, at approximately 11:50 am. Reports indicated that a Volvo S40 veered off the carriageway, ultimately colliding with a tree.
The front seat passenger, a woman in her 60s hailing from Oxford, tragically died at the scene. Meanwhile, the male driver and a female passenger, both in their 20s, were rushed to Southmead Hospital in critical conditions.
Additionally, a male passenger in his 30s sustained an arm injury during the collision.
Specialist officers are providing support to the bereaved family during this difficult time.
Police urge anyone who witnessed the collision or who has any dashcam footage to come forward and assist the Serious Collision Investigation team. They can be reached at 01225 694597, quoting log number 127. Alternatively, individuals can email SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk.
