A motorcyclist in his 20s sustained serious injuries following a collision with a coach on the A370 in Somerset near the M5 on Monday, March 31. The incident resulted in the urgent dispatch of emergency services to the scene at approximately 7:15 am.
The injured motorcyclist was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital, and his family has been notified of the situation. Witnesses of the collision reported the arrival of an air ambulance at the A370, and advised others to avoid the area due to potential congestion and the possibility of road closure.
Following the incident, the A370 was temporarily shut down between Congresbury and junction 21 of the M5 at Weston-super-Mare, with the road reopening five hours later at midday.
Authorities from the Avon and Somerset Police are now reaching out to the public for any available witness accounts or dashcam footage pertaining to the collision. Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact the police and reference the case under the number 5225091622.
In a statement, the Avon and Somerset Police emphasized the need for witness cooperation and urged anyone with pertinent details to reach out. The collision involving the motorbike and coach has necessitated a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the events leading to the incident and ensure justice for those involved.