Woman dies, nine injured in M4 crash involving multiple vehicles
The incident occurred at around 11.30pm on Sunday, June 22, between junctions 16 and 17 near Swindon, Wiltshire. A seven-seater Toyota Corolla and a Volkswagen Tiguan were involved in the collision, and police say there are reports that a third vehicle, possibly a white car, was also involved and left the scene.
The woman who died was one of seven people travelling in the Toyota. She was pronounced dead at the scene, and her next of kin have been informed.
Another woman in her 50s suffered serious injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening. The remaining five occupants of the Toyota were treated for minor injuries.
All occupants of the Volkswagen were taken to hospital as a precaution.
Wiltshire Police have launched a full investigation and are appealing for witnesses, especially anyone who may have seen the third vehicle leave the area.
National Highways confirmed that the westbound carriageway will be closed until Monday evening while emergency services complete their work at the scene.
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