Tribute to 'loving father' Wayne Bowron killed in Pontardawe crash
Tribute to Wayne Bowron killed in Pontardawe crash

The family of a motorcyclist who died following a collision have paid tribute to a "loving father, grandfather, uncle partner and friend."

Officers were called to a collision between a motorbike and car close to the Glais roundabout on the A4067, near Pontardawe at 10.40pm on Friday, October 9.

The motorcyclist who passed away has now been named as 52-year-old Wayne Bowron. An investigation into the collision is currently ongoing.

Family tribute

Paying tribute to Mr Bowron, his family said in a statement: "Wayne (BOW) was a loving father, grandfather, uncle, partner and friend. He was only 52 having been taken from us so suddenly. Nothing can express the loss that we are currently feeling as a family.

"Wayne was well known throughout Durham and would do anything for anyone. Wayne treated everyone like they were part of the family and had a heart of gold.

"Wayne loved his motorcycle and the friends he made throughout the motorcycle community. As a family our hearts are broken and there is a hole in all of our hearts that will never be filled."

Appeal for information

Officers are asking anyone with information or dashcam footage who is yet to speak to police to get in touch quoting reference 2600331858.

You can get in touch with officers online or by calling 101. Information can also be given via Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or its online form.