Summary
A car crash on the M5 in Gloucestershire resulted in the deaths of two adults in their 40s and a teenager. Another child was seriously injured and taken to the hospital. The crash caused the northbound section of the M5 to close until vehicle recovery and road repairs are completed.
Key Facts
- The crash occurred on Friday at about 21:00 BST between J14 (Falfield) and Michaelwood services.
- A white BMW left the northbound carriageway of the M5.
- Two adults in their 40s and a teenager died due to the crash.
- A second child was seriously injured and taken to the hospital.
- The M5 was likely to remain closed until about 16:00 BST due to the complexity of the incident and vehicle recovery.
- Emergency services worked all night on the scene to manage the situation.
- Road closures are in place to allow further investigation and repairs in daylight.
- Drivers are advised to use alternative routes marked by diversion symbols.
