A DRIVER collided with another motorist after being abusive towards them on a one-way system in a Somerset town.

The victim, driving a silver Peugeot 207, was approached by a white BMW driving against the one-way system on Midsomer Norton High Street.

The driver of the BMW pulled alongside the victims car and shouted through the window in an abusive manner at 8pm on Sunday, December 27.

The driver then performed a u-turn, turned back and collided with the rear of the victim's car, giving them whiplash.

The collision occurred outside the Wetherspoons pub and Chargrill take away.

Following the incident the BMW drove off onto Silver Street.

Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed what happened or can help them identify the driver.

If you can help, call 101 and give the call handler the reference 5221002556.