A CAR crash just south of Malmesbury led to standstill traffic on the A429 this morning, leading to one of the cars bursting into flames.

The crash took place at 6.40am in Corston.

It has been reported that one woman suffered chest injuries while a male in the other vehicle sustained a head laceration. Both were taken to Swindon’s GWH for treatment.

A fire crew from Malmesbury tackled the blaze and the scene was finally cleared at 11am.

More to follow.