A tragic incident on the M49 near Bristol has left a family of four in the hospital and claimed the life of a woman from Cardiff. The crash, which occurred at around 4 pm on a Friday, involved two lorries and a car. Police reported that a 34-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after a green DAF lorry, a blue and white Volvo lorry, and a silver Nissan Note were involved in the collision. The family in the car, consisting of a 38-year-old man, a 33-year-old woman, and two children, were all taken to the hospital following the crash. The woman succumbed to her injuries, while the man and two children are still receiving medical care. The injuries of the man and children are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
Avon and Somerset Police released a statement confirming the tragic death of the woman in her 30s and extended their support to her family during this difficult time. The police also disclosed that the 34-year-old man was arrested for various offences related to the collision. Authorities are urging any witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage of the crash to come forward and assist with the investigation. Anyone with information is requested to contact the police by calling 101 and quoting the log number 724 of August 30.
The family of the deceased woman is currently being supported by a specialist liaison officer, and the police expressed their condolences and sympathy towards them. The community is deeply saddened by the loss, and efforts are being made to ensure the well-being of the remaining family members involved in the tragic incident. The circumstances surrounding the collision are under investigation, with authorities working diligently to gather all relevant information to understand the sequence of events that led to the fatal crash.