Somerset confronts the harsh realities of road fatalities and injuries

By Laura Linham

20th Dec 2023 | Local News

In total, these incidents tragically affected 201 people through death or serious harm.
In total, these incidents tragically affected 201 people through death or serious harm.

Recording 739 road accidents in 2022, just a notch above the previous year's 735, Somerset demonstrates a sustained focus on road safety, significantly down from the 994 incidents in the pre-pandemic era.

The detailed analysis of 2022's road incidents in Somerset reveals a concerning aspect: 20 of these accidents were fatal, and 155 led to serious injuries.

In total, these incidents tragically affected 201 people through death or serious harm.

56% of the casualties were vehicle occupants, followed by 22% motorcyclists, 12% pedestrians, and 11% pedal cyclists.

Commenting on the statistics, a police spokesperson said: "While we're relieved to see a stabilisation in the number of road accidents in Somerset, each incident is a stark reminder of the risks on our roads.

"We encourage all road users to remain vigilant. Every accident avoided is a potential life saved."

     

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