POLICE have confirmed that one person has died in the crash at Tockenham, near Royal Wootton Bassett.

The crash, involving a lorry and two cars, happened just before 11.30am.

It has resulted in the closure of the cross roads of the A3102, New Road and White Hill Lane.

The roads are expected to be shut for the rest of the afternoon while investigations take place.

Police said: "The A3102 has been closed from the Bath Road cross roads in RWB to the Lyneham/Bradenstoke roundabout due to a serious accident.

"This road will be closed for some time so please avoid the road."

Police have now said that a woman from the area in her 80s died in the crash and have appealed for witnesses to get in touch.

Anyone with information should call the Collision Investigation Unit on 01380 861049 or via 101. Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

  • Two vehicles crashed at the Withy Bed junction, Bushton, this afternoon with the road only passable with care.