Car crash on A37 near Bristol, two dead

May 13, 2008 Two people have died due to a recent car crash in Shepton Mallet, near Bristol, United Kingdom.

The incident occurred when a Honda Civic Type R car swerved off the road. Police reports suggest that the car hit a tree, causing the two fatalities.

The incident resulted in the closure of the A37 road, where the incident occurred, for several hours. It reopened at 01:00 UTC today.

Avon and Somerset police appealed for information regarding the crash:

Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the collision or may have been travelling on the A37 at the time.

Anyone who can help is asked to contact the Collision Investigation Unit on 0845 4567000 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.