Causality trapped in Colaton Raleigh collision
All casualties have since been transported to hospital
Last updated 16th Oct 2025
Emergency services responded to a road traffic collision in Colaton Raleigh this morning after reports of a two-vehicle crash left one person trapped inside their car.
Fire Control received a call from the Ambulance Service just before 10am this morning, reporting that a driver was medically trapped in the seat of one of the vehicles involved.
Fire crews from Sidmouth and Middlemoor stations were dispatched to the scene, where they used hydraulic cutting equipment, small tools, and environmental equipment to safely free the casualty.
All casualties have since been transported to hospital, and both vehicles have been made safe.
A spokesperson from Devon & Cornwall Police said: "Police were called at 9.55am today, 16 October, following a two vehicle collision on Sidmouth Road, Aylesbeare.
"Location is just outside Paddock Motors Exeter.
"Three people were injured and taken to hospital by ambulance. None of the injuries are believed serious at this time.
"The fire service is also on scene.
"The road is blocked and closed."