Witness appeal after M5 collision in Somerset

Posted on 29 March 2026, at 08:40 in Appeals

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We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision on the M5.

Emergency services were called to a collision between a white BMW and black MG that happened on the northbound carriageway between junctions 26 (Wellington) and 25 (Taunton) at about 3.20pm on Wednesday 25 March.

Two people required hospital treatment, including the MG driver. A passenger travelling in the BMW has was discharged from hospital to further recover at home later that same day.

Witnesses, or anyone with other information that can assist our enquiries, is asked to contact us online or on 101 quoting reference number 5226082234.

If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5226082234, or complete our online appeals form.

You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form.

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.