Fatal collision 18 January 2015 A39, Chilton Polden, Somerset

Last updated 20 September 2016
Location
At T-junction, A39, Chilton Polden, Somerset (show full map)
Casualties James Gore, 79 (fatality)
Time of incident 12:00pm, 18 January 2015
Vehicles involved Pedal cycle, Car
Incident factors None known
Police details Avon and Somerset

An inquest heard that James Gore emerged from Ford Road onto the A39 into the path of a driver. A second driver stated that there was no chance of avoiding him, and he was struck, suffering fatal head injuries. Coroner Tony Williams recorded a verdict of death due to a road traffic collision.