🚨 Tragic News from the M48 🚨
A young man has sadly lost his life following a crash on the M48 near Chepstow, Monmouthshire. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning when a single vehicle, an Audi S1 Quattro, was involved in a collision at junction 2.
Emergency services, including officers from Gwent Police, the Welsh Ambulance Service, and South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, attended the scene, but tragically, the driver—a 21-year-old man from Devon—was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
The crash prompted the closure of the motorway for 17 hours, affecting traffic between Chepstow and Rogiet as police conducted their investigation. Diversions were set up to help manage the flow of vehicles during this time.
Authorities are reaching out for any information or footage that could assist with their investigation. If you have any details, please contact Gwent Police quoting reference 2500348293.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. 💔
Stay safe out there, everyone, and please drive responsibly.