🚨 Tragic Crash in Newport: Two Lives Lost 🚨
Two men have sadly lost their lives following a collision involving a motorbike and a BMW on Aberthaw Road, Newport, in the early hours of this morning. The incident is believed to have happened between midnight and 1:40am. Police investigations are ongoing, with the road currently closed and strict diversions in place, so please avoid the area if you can.
Three individuals – an 18-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman – have been apprehended under suspicion of murder, while a 24-year-old woman is suspected of assisting an offender. All of them remain in police custody as the investigation unfolds.
The BMW reportedly left the crash scene before officers arrived, and Gwent Police are now appealing for witnesses. If you were nearby or have any CCTV or dashcam footage, please come forward with information that could aid the investigation. This tragic incident has cast a shadow over the community, and the families of those who passed are being supported by specially-trained officers.
Emergency services, including the Welsh Ambulance Service, responded promptly, providing advanced critical care at the scene. Despite their efforts, the two male victims, the motorbike’s driver and passenger, were pronounced dead on site.
For those in the affected area, disruptions are expected, with ongoing forensic work and road closures. Alway Primary School remains open, but parents should plan for alternate travel routes and allow extra time for journeys.
Our thoughts are with the victims’ families during this distressing time. If you have any information, please reach out to the Gwent Police to assist with the ongoing investigation.👮♂️🕊️
Stay safe, everyone, and look out for each other.