A family has been left devastated after a mother-of-four died from injuries sustained in a serious road collision on a Welsh bypass earlier this week.
Collision on the A4119 Bypass
Five people were taken to hospital following a crash involving a car and a van on the A4119 bypass at Williamstown, near Tonypandy in the Rhondda, south Wales. The incident occurred on Monday morning.
The driver of the car, 48-year-old Donna Ball from the local area, suffered life-threatening injuries. She was treated in hospital but tragically passed away the following day, on Tuesday.
Her young daughter was also hospitalised as a result of the collision. The condition of the other three casualties has not been disclosed by authorities.
Arrest and Family Tribute
In connection with the incident, a 19-year-old man from Newport has been arrested. He was detained on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and two counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
The suspect has been released on bail pending further police enquiries until 30 March.
In a heartfelt statement issued through South Wales Police, Donna Ball's grieving husband expressed the family's profound loss. He said they were "devastated by the sudden, tragic and needless death of our beloved Donna".
He paid tribute to the emergency services, stating: "We would like to take this opportunity to express our profound gratitude to all the emergency services who attended, including the air ambulance, Accident and Emergency, and the critical care teams at the University Hospital of Wales."
He also thanked staff at the Owl Ward and Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales for caring for his daughter.
Police Appeal for Information
South Wales Police are continuing their investigation and have issued a fresh appeal for witnesses. Officers are particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw the collision or who may have dashcam footage from the A4119 bypass around the time of the incident on Monday morning.
They are also interested in any information regarding the driving behaviour of the van involved in the lead-up to the crash.
Anyone with information is urged to contact South Wales Police, quoting reference number 2500409628. This can be done by:
- Calling 101
- Visiting the online portal at https://bit.ly/SWPProvideInfo
- Contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
In his tribute, Mr Ball added: "Donna's passing has left a huge void that can never be filled. Our old lives have ended - our lives without her begin now." He described being overwhelmed by messages of support and took solace in the high regard in which his wife was held.
