A MAN killed in an apparent hit-and-run incident in Taunton has been named locally as Barry Sellick – as a person arrested in connection with the crash is released.
Mr Sellick, 68, is understood to have died after being hit by a car on the A38 New Wellington Road.
A pedestrian, he was found with “significant injuries” at around 1am on Monday (January 13) morning but sadly died at the scene, Avon & Somerset Police said.
Avon & Somerset Police said formal identification has yet to take place, but they believe the victim of the crash to be Mr Sellick.
A police spokesperson said: “We have updated Barry’s family and our thoughts remain with them during this difficult time. They continue to be offered support from a specialist family liaison officer.”
They added: “As part of our investigation, we arrested a man in his 60s in Cornwall on Monday afternoon on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
“Following a number of enquiries, including reviewing CCTV and dashcam footage, the man was released without charge and without further action.
“As no offences were identified, officers are now preparing a file on behalf of the coroner.”
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The route between Silk Mills Road and Galmington Road, was closed while police investigated the incident.
“We’d like to hear from anyone who was in the area between midnight and 1am on Monday, January 13, who may have relevant information or dashcam or other footage,” a police spokesperson said.
Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting reference number 5225009673.
