Investigation and inquest
I commenced an investigation into the death of Aaron David Edwards on 10th October 2020. It concluded on 27th September 2022 following an inquest.
Circumstances of the death
These were recorded as :-
Aaron David Edwards was aged 42 when he died on 30th August 2020 at the junction of Goitre Lane and the Gurnos Ring Road in Merthyr Tydfil. Mr Edwards was riding his Kawasaki motorcycle at over twice the speed limit when he collided with a car that was emerging from a side road. Despite extensive efforts of civilians and professionals, he had sustained catastrophic injuries and died at the scene.
Coroner’s concerns
(1) The junction of Goitre Lane and the Gurnos Ring Road appears to be dangerous. Visibility is poor for the driver entering the Ring Road due to the bend in the road to the right and the railings protecting a subway below.
(2) Traffic and parked cars around this area at the nearby school Pen-Y-Dre at pick-up and drop off times add to this danger.
(3) Unless changes are made to slow down drivers on the Gurnos Ring Road more deaths may occur.