A fatal crash occurred on the A370 Long Ashton bypass between the roundabout junction with Colliters Way, the A4174 South Bristol Link Road, on the edge of Bristol and the B3130 turn-off for Nailsea at Flax Bourton. According to Avon and Somerset Police, police were called at around 7:45 PM to a two-vehicle collision on the A370 at Yanley, near Long Ashton. However, some unverified reports describe the incident as a four-vehicle crash, indicating potential discrepancies in early accounts.
The cause of the crash has not been determined, and it remains unknown if any arrests have been made or suspects identified. Despite the efforts of emergency personnel on the scene, the drivers of both cars sadly died. The families of the deceased have been made aware and are being supported by specialist officers, with both families having been informed, and our thoughts are with them during this time.
No one inside the two other vehicles suffered serious injuries, though the identities of the deceased individuals have not been released. The road was closed for around 17 hours after emergency services rushed to the scene at around 7:45 PM, and it reopened on Sunday afternoon. An investigation has been launched following the fatal collision near Bristol on Saturday evening (March 7), with Avon and Somerset Police appealing for witnesses to contact them using reference number 5226064142.
The incident has raised concerns about road safety in the area, prompting calls for increased vigilance and potential infrastructure reviews. Local authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution and report any relevant information to assist the ongoing inquiry.