Tyler Ford, an 18-year-old world champion kickboxer, has been charged with the murder of 18-year-old Ceiran Evans and the attempted murder of a second person following a road traffic collision in Swansea.
Court Appearance and Charges
Ford appeared before Swansea Crown Court on July 14, 2026, accused of killing Ceiran Evans, from Gorseinon, and attempting to murder another individual. The charges stem from a collision between a car and an off-road bike on Pen Cae Crwn Road, Gorseinon, on July 9.
During the short hearing, Ford, of Morriston, Swansea, only spoke to confirm his name and did not enter any pleas. Judge Paul Thomas KC remanded him into custody, stating: "The next hearing will be September 29 and the defendant will of course remain in custody."
Trial Timeline
Judge Thomas fixed a plea and case management hearing for September 29, 2026, and scheduled a two-week trial to begin on January 11, 2027. Ford, who has been a world kickboxing champion nine times, remains in custody pending trial.
Tribute to Victim
The family of Ceiran Evans paid tribute to him, saying: "Ceiran was loved more than any words can say and will be missed every single day. His kind heart, wicked sense of humour, loving nature, and handsome smile brought so much joy to everyone who knew him. He will forever be our precious baby boy; always loved, always remembered, and never forgotten."
