A WOMAN was trapped in her car after a three-car crash near the Stone Gallows pub in Rumwell. 

Police are advising people to avoid the A38 near Taunton as the crash has caused heavy traffic. 

Somerset County Gazette:

The crash occurred around 10.40am this morning in Rumwell. 

A spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: "When we arrived one woman was trapped in a car. 

"The crews got to work and removed the top of the car using hydraulic equipment to rescue her."

One patient was treated at the scene, and the other two were taken to Musgrove Park Hospital with neck injuries. 

Congestion continues until the Silver Street turning to Bradford-on-Tone.