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Wales Online
14-07-2025
- Wales Online
Volunteer transporting blood to save others killed in crash with van
Volunteer transporting blood to save others killed in crash with van An inquest into the death of volunteer driving Timothy Joseph Minett - who died following a crash on the A478 in west Wales - was opened on Monday The A478 near Crymych in Pembrokeshire (Image: Google ) An inquest has opened into the death of a 'devoted husband, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend' who died in a crash while volunteering for a charity. Retired Timothy Joseph Minett, 78, was riding a Blood Bikes Wales motorcycle in west Wales earlier this month. Blood Bikes Wales is a charity that supports the NHS by transporting blood donations across the nation. At around 6.20pm on the evening of July 2, Mr Minett was involved in a collision with a van while travelling on the A478 near Crymych in Pembrokeshire. He died at the scene. The inquest into Mr Minett's death was opened on Monday morning at Pembrokeshire County Hall in Haverfordwest by assistant coroner Paul Bennett. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here . The hearing was told that Mr Minett, who was born in London but was living in Lower Nash, near Pembroke Dock, at the time of his death, when he was volunteering as a blood courier. PC Carrie Sheridan, the coroner's officer for Pembrokeshire, said: 'At 6.23pm on July 2 emergency services attended a report of a traffic collision on the A478 near Crymych. Mr Minett's vehicle was in collision with a Volkswagen van. He died at the scene, having been confirmed deceased at 7.29pm. "A post-mortem has been carried out at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen, the result of which is still pending. A full police investigation is currently being carried out.' Article continues below Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed that a 56-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving in connection with the fatal crash. The force said in a statement: 'The family of a much loved 78-year-old man who tragically died in a road traffic collision on the A478 on the 2nd of July 2025 are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a devoted husband, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. 'Timothy Minett, known by his family and friends as Tim, was a dedicated volunteer Blood Bikes Wales rider who was volunteering at the time of the collision, which occurred at approximately 6.20pm. Tim's family have asked for privacy as they come to terms with his death. Article continues below "Officers are still appealing for anyone who was travelling along the A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos at the time, who may have information or dashcam footage that could help their investigation, to get in touch." Assistant coroner Mr Bennett adjourned the inquest until November 27.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Yahoo
Blood biker died in crash with van on Pembrokeshire A-road, inquest hears
A coroner has heard how a retired Blood Bikes Wales volunteer lost his life following a collision between his Honda motorbike and a Volkswagen Crafter van. Timothy Minett, known as Tim, was riding his motorbike on the A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos on July 2. Emergency services were called to reports of a collision between the red Honda motorbike and the oncoming white Volkswagen Crafter at 6.23pm on Wednesday, July 2. 78-year-old Mr Minett was declared deceased by paramedics at the scene at 7.29pm. HM Coroner for Pembrokeshire, Paul Bennett, heard that Mr Minett was born in London. He was married and retired and lived in Lower Nash, near Pembroke Dock. Mr Minett's inquest was opened this morning (Monday, July 14). Coroner's officer PC Carrie Sheridan said that a post-mortem had been carried out at West Wales General Hospital, the results of which were pending. She added that a full police investigation into the collision was currently being carried out. The coroner adjourned the inquest to November this year. It is understood Mr Minett was delivering urgent blood bike supplies when the collision occurred. Blood Bike groups throughout the country paid tribute to Mr Minett, thanking him for his service and sending heartfelt condolences to his family. In a statement last week, Mr Minett's family said: "We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a devoted husband, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend." Police also appealed for information about the crash and asked anyone who was travelling along the A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos at the time, and may have information or dashcam footage, to contact Dyfed-Powys Police.
Wales Online
10-07-2025
- Wales Online
Blood Bikes Wales rider killed in crash while volunteering for charity
Blood Bikes Wales rider killed in crash while volunteering for charity The family of Timothy Minett have described him as a 'devoted husband, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend' The A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos in Pembrokeshire. The crash took place somewhere on this stretch of road (Image: Google ) The family of a 78-year-old man who tragically died in a crash on the A478 in Pembrokeshire have remembered him as a, "devoted husband, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend." Timothy Minett was a volunteer for Blood Bikes Wales, a charity that supports the NHS by transporting blood donations across the nation. Tim was riding a life-saving Blood Bikes Wales bike when he was hit by a car, forcing him off the road. Police reported at the time that a 56-year-old man was in custody after having been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here Officers have said they are continuing to appeal for any dashcam footage, or witnesses to come forward and assist them in their enquiries. A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: "The family of a much loved 78-year-old man who tragically died in a road traffic collision on the A478 on the 2nd of July 2025 are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a devoted husband, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Article continues below "Timothy Minett, known by his family and friends as Tim, was a dedicated volunteer Blood Bikes Wales rider who was volunteering at the time of the collision, which occurred at approximately 6.20pm. "Tim's family have asked for privacy as they come to terms with his death. "In accordance with Tim's wishes, there will be no funeral. Article continues below "Officers are still appealing for anyone who was travelling along the A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos at the time, and may have information or dashcam footage that could help their investigation, to get in touch." If you think you have information that could assist police with their investigation, you can contact them via the Dyfed-Powys Police website, by emailing 101@ or by calling 101 with the reference number 25000544479.
BBC News
10-07-2025
- BBC News
NHS Blood Bike courier killed in Pembrokeshire crash was 'much loved'
A motorcyclist carrying blood supplies for the NHS when he died after a crash was "much loved" and a "dedicated volunteer", his family have said. Timothy Minett,78, was riding a Blood Bikes Wales Honda motorbike that collided with a white Volkswagen van on the A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos in Pembrokeshire at about 18:20 BST on 2 Bikes Wales volunteers help the NHS by delivering emergency blood, donor milk and medical equipment between Police said the rider died at the scene and the 56-year-old driver of the van was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Known to family and friends as Tim, they said he was "a dedicated volunteer Blood Bikes Wales rider who was volunteering at the time of the collision"."[We are] deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a devoted husband, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend," the family added.
BBC News
03-07-2025
- BBC News
NHS Blood Bike courier killed in Pembrokeshire crash
A motorcyclist who was carrying blood supplies for the NHS has died after being involved in a man in his 70s was riding a Blood Bikes Wales Honda motorbike that collided with a white Volkswagen van on the A478 between Glandy Cross and Blaenffos in Pembrokeshire at about 18:25 BST on Bikes Wales volunteers help the NHS by by delivering emergency blood, donor milk and medical equipment between Police said the rider died at the scene and the 56-year-old driver of the van was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and he remains in custody. The road was closed overnight for an investigation into the crash and re-opened at 06:45 on Thursday.
