Police have made three new arrests as part of a murder investigation following a fatal crash involving a car and off-road bike in the Gorseinon area of Swansea.
Details of the Incident
A murder probe was launched following a crash on Pen Cae Crwn Road shortly before 1pm on Thursday, July 9. The incident saw roads in the surrounding area closed for hours as emergency services carried out their investigation.
In a fresh update on Friday afternoon, police confirmed a 33-year-old man from Gorseinon has been arrested on suspicion of murder. A 38-year-old man from Gowerton and a 38-year-old man from Mount Pleasant have also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Previous Arrests
These arrests follow Thursday's arrest of an 18-year-old man from Morriston on suspicion of murder and dangerous driving offences, and Friday morning's arrest of an 18-year-old man from Gorseinon on suspicion of murder and section 18 grievous bodily harm with intent.
Ongoing Investigation
All roads which were closed following the incident have reopened, but forensic investigations remain ongoing in Gorseinon. A tent was temporarily erected in Cecil Road, which is around a mile from where the collision is reported to have taken place. The lane running adjacent to Cecil Road is still inaccessible.
The investigation remains ongoing, with officers thanking the public for their support during a traumatic time for both those involved and the wider community of Gorseinon.
Police Statement
Detective chief inspector Danielle Thorne of the major crime investigation team said: “Our thoughts and condolences remain with the family and loved ones of those involved in this incident. We are providing specialist support and ask their privacy is respected during this extremely distressing time.
“I would like to thank the people of Gorseinon and those who either witnessed the incident or who have been near the scene for the support that they have shown our officers during this investigation, which has included providing water and sun cream. Our officers are extremely grateful.
“We are aware of social media footage circulating from this incident and ask people to not share this for obvious reasons. Our investigation continues and an increased policing presence in the area is likely to be seen for quite some time.”
