A MAN has died after being struck by two vehicles on the M5 outside Taunton this morning (December 28).

Police were called to the scene after receiving reports of a man falling from a bridge.

The man was subsequently struck by two vehicles on the motorway.

The 58-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Avon and Somerset Police are now appealing for witnesses.

"We are appealing for witnesses after a fatal collision on the M5 this morning (Wednesday 28 December).

"We were called to the M5 between junction 25 (Taunton) and junction 26 (Wellington) at around 8am following reports of a pedestrian falling from an overbridge, and was subsequently struck by at least two vehicles.

"Sadly, the pedestrian, a 58-year-old man, has been pronounced dead at the scene."

The mans next of kin has been informed and they are being supported by a specially trained officer.

A spokesperson from the police added: "The M5 northbound was opened at around noon. The southbound carriageway is still closed.

"Officers are now appealing for witnesses who may have been travelling on the M5 between junction 25 and 26 or along Honiton Road, which goes over the motorway, around the time of the incident.

"If you have any information, please contact 101 and quote reference 5222308019."

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