A motorcyclist is battling life-changing injuries following a serious collision on Anglesey, prompting North Wales Police to appeal for witnesses as part of their ongoing investigation into the incident. The crash occurred on Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay just after 9.30pm on the evening of Thursday, 1 May. Details of the accident have only now been made public as officers seek the community’s help to piece together what happened.
Emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of a collision involving a Honda motorcycle and a Seat Ibiza hatchback. The rider of the motorcycle sustained critical injuries and was transported to a hospital in Stoke, where they remain in a serious condition. The nature of their injuries has been described by authorities as “life-changing”, underlining the severity of the incident and its impact on the person involved.
The driver of the Seat Ibiza, a 23-year-old man, was arrested at the scene. North Wales Police have confirmed that the individual was detained on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs, after testing positive for cocaine use during initial checks. He was further arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving.
Following his arrest, the 23-year-old driver has been released from police custody, though he remains under active investigation as detectives continue to gather evidence. No charges have yet been announced, and the police stress that their probe is ongoing and hinges upon further witness accounts and any available footage from the night in question.
PC Mark Walker, from the Roads Policing Unit, issued a public plea for assistance in the investigation. He stated, “I am urging anybody who witnessed this collision, or anybody who was travelling in the area and who may have dash cam footage, to contact us as soon as possible.” The call for information is broad, stressing the importance of even seemingly minor details that could assist with reconstructing the events leading up to the collision.
Members of the public who believe they can help are asked to contact the Roads Policing Unit either through the North Wales Police online portal or by calling 101, quoting reference number 25000361933. Officers hope that additional eyewitness accounts or images from dash cameras may provide crucial insights into how the collision unfolded on the stretch of road in Trearddur Bay.
This case brings into sharp focus the ongoing dangers faced on the region’s roads, particularly when impaired driving is involved. Local residents have expressed their concern about traffic safety on Lon Isallt, a route which, according to some, has seen similar incidents in the past, though not always with such grave consequences.
As the motorcyclist continues treatment for their injuries, the incident serves as a sobering reminder of the life-altering implications that can result from road traffic collisions. North Wales Police have emphasised their commitment to thoroughly investigating the matter and supporting both the victim and their family throughout the process.
Further updates are expected from authorities as their investigation progresses. In the meantime, road users are being encouraged to come forward with any relevant information and to exercise extra caution on the roads, particularly during the evening hours when visibility and road conditions may be more challenging.