Public urged to avoid the area following Christmas Eve collision in Taunton

Members of the public are being urged to avoid the area following a collision in the centre of Taunton.

The incident, which happened at around 12pm on Christmas Eve, has seen one pedestrian taken to hospital with serious injuries while two other people are thought to have sustained minor injuries.

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: "Emergency services are at the scene of a collision in East Street, Taunton, that happened at about 12pm today (Tuesday 24 December).

"One pedestrian has sustained serious injuries and has been conveyed to hospital by paramedics. At this time we understand two other people have sustained minor injuries.

"Road closures are in place at this time and we'd please ask people avoid the area if possible."