POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a following a fatal collision involving two pedestrians and a car on the A39.

Officers were called to the A39 Quantock Road, in Bridgwater, at around 11.30pm yesterday (Sunday, February 2) following the collision.

Avon and Somerset Police said a statement: “Sadly, despite the efforts of emergency personnel, a man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene.

“One other person has been taken to hospital with injuries which are believed to be life-threatening.

“The next of kin has been informed and they will be offered support by specialist officers.

“Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.”

The road was closed while emergency services attended but has since been reopened.

Police are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or may have relevant footage of the events leading up to it.

Anybody with information which could help police are urged to call 101 and quote reference 5225028930.