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Robert Dalling

Dad who 'always had a big smile on his face' killed in quad bike crash

A heartbroken family have paid tribute to a hard working man who "always had a big smile on his face" after he died following a quad bike crash. Jason Hughes was involved in a fatal road traffic collision in Abergavenny on Wednesday, March 15.

The incident took place in Pontynewydd Road at around 6pm and involved one vehicle - a red Honda quad bike. Police and paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service attended the scene, and Mr Hughes, aged 50, was taken to hospital where he later died.

Police are now hoping to locate any motorists who were in or travelling along the road between 5pm and 6pm on the day of the accident to assist with their inquiries. Get stories like this straight to your inbox with our newsletters.

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A statement from Mr Hughes' family paying tribute to him read: "My Dad, known by most as ‘Yozzer’ was a massive part of the local farming community in both Forest coal pit and Llanthony. Always happy to help out in any way possible and always with a big smile on his face.

"Dad was such a hardworking man and we are absolutely devastated to have lost him in such a tragic accident. We would like to thank everybody that helped Dad at the scene of the accident and also huge thanks to the ICU Critical care team at the Heath. The care and compassion that was shown to both Dad and my Mum was truly outstanding. Love you Dad - Morgan xxx."

Mr Hughes' family continue to receive support from specialist officers. Gwent Police is asking for anyone who may have witnessed a collision, has CCTV, or any motorists with dashcam footage in the area between 5pm and 6pm to get in touch by calling 101, quoting log reference 2200247542 with any details. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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