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Cathy Owen

Tribute paid to crash victim who 'brought smiles and laughter' wherever he went

The family of a man who died following a crash on the A465 have paid a heartfelt tribute saying he brought "smiles and laughter" wherever he went.

Luke Morgan, 30, lived in Merthyr Tydfil, and his family say he had "friends throughout the valley".

He died after being involved in an accident near Cefn Coed on Sunday, February 20.

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Officers are continuing to appeal for witnesses of the collision which happened at around 7.20am and involved a black Fiat 500 that was travelling towards Cefn Coed before leaving the road.

In a statement released through South Wales Police, Mr Morgan's family said: "Luke lived in Merthyr with his family and had friends throughout the valley.

“Luke was a much loved son, brother, partner and friend.

“He brought smiles and laughter wherever he went, he was always full of life and lit up every room he entered like no one else could.

“Luke loved to socialise, was always active, from playing football as a child to becoming an accomplished motocross rider.

“He was always the first to join in any adventure.

“We would like to thank everyone for their kind tributes and all those who have helped during this very sad time.”

The A465 was closed for several hours after the crash (Traffic Wales)

Anybody who witnessed the incident or has any dash-cam footage is asked to contact police quoting occurrence 220058621 .

The weather at the time of the accident was challenging and Wales was under a yellow weather warning at the time.

Anyone with information, should get in touch here, send police a private message on Facebook or Twitter, or email: SWP101@south-wales.police.uk, or phone: 101.

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