TWO people have died in a collision on the A361 near Shepton Mallet, police have confirmed.

Police are appealing for witnesses, dashcam or other footage and information following the fatal collision near Cranmore yesterday (Sunday, January 12).

The two-car collision happened at about 3.50pm , Sunday, January 12.

Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement: “Both the deceased were from one vehicle. Their next of kin have been traced and our thoughts are with them.

“Two people from the other car went to hospital by ambulance with injuries not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

“Road closures remain in place to allow for collision investigation and recovery of the vehicles.

“The A361 is closed at its junctions with Piers Road and Tansey, at Farrington Lane and Merryfield Lane, and at Chelynch Road.”

Anybody who saw what happened or may have any other information are urged to call 101 with reference 5225009454.