WITNESSES are being sought after a woman died following a fatal crash in Nether Stowey. 

The crash happened at about 6.50pm on Saturday (March 16) on the A39 at Nether Stowey.

A woman pedestrian was in collision with a car.

Despite receiving treatment at the scene the woman sadly died shortly afterwards.

The road was closed to allow collision investigators to carry out an examination.

It was re-opened shortly after 11.30pm.

A spokesman for Avon and Somerset Police, said: "We’re keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision who may have information to help our enquiries.

"If you are able to help, contact us quoting reference 5219057274."