Three hurt after double decker bus crash near Taunton

Author: Jaimielee RendallPublished 30th Oct 2025

Three people were hurt after a double decker bus collided with a tree during the early hours of this morning (30th October) near Taunton.

Emergency services were called out to West Monkton at 4:08am.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue said: "Crews from Taunton attended an incident where a bus had crashed into a tree.

"Three casualties were inside the bus requiring medical assistance, and were removed by fire crews and paramedics.

"Police also attended the scene. Crews made the vehicle safe and duty of care was left with recovery."

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