Two killed in horrific M5 pile-up

Two people from the Black Country have been killed in a motorway smash. The man in his 50s and a woman in her 40s, were both from West Bromwich.

They were pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.

It happened on the northbound carriageway of the M5 near Worcester at around 8.30pm last night.

Both victims, who have not yet been named by police, were travelling in the back of a Vauxhall Astra which collided with an articulated lorry near to Junction 6.

Three others travelling in the car, including the driver, were also injured but were all out of the car by the time paramedics arrived.

They were treated at the scene and taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.

West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman Susie Fothergill said: "Ambulance crews assessed the two occupants, a man and a woman, who were in the rear of the vehicle," she said.

"Unfortunately, despite the best efforts of ambulance crews, nothing could be done to save the passengers and they were confirmed dead at the scene.

"The driver of the car and the two surviving passengers were all taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital for further assessment and treatment."

Witnesses are urged to contact police on 0121 626 1285.