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A40: ‘Utterly heartbroken’ — family’s tribute to van driver Ashley Keane who died in coach collision
The family of a man who died in a collision on the A40 in Carmarthenshire have paid tribute to him, describing themselves as “utterly heartbroken”.
Ashley Wayne Keane, 38, died following the collision between Llandeilo and Nantgaredig at around 4.25pm on Friday 3 July.
Mr Keane was driving the Ford Transit van that collided with a Scania coach on the stretch of the A40 in the Tywi Valley. He died at the scene.
In a statement, his family said: “We are utterly heartbroken by the sudden and tragic loss of Ashley Wayne Keane.”
“He will forever be in our hearts, and as his family — kindly ask for privacy to grieve this devastating loss.”
The tribute was released through Dyfed-Powys Police, with the family being supported by specially trained officers.
The coach was carrying a 14-year-old passenger along with its driver, both of whom were taken to Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen as a precaution with minor injuries.
The A40 was closed in both directions between Llandeilo and Nantgaredig following the collision, with diversions in place around the Dryslwyn area, and emergency services including an air ambulance attended the scene.
The force’s investigation continues, and its appeal for witnesses stands — with anyone travelling on the road at the time asked to check dashcam footage.
Information can be passed to the force online, by email to [email protected], by direct message on social media, or by calling 101, quoting reference DP-20260703-277.
The crash was the third fatal collision on Carmarthenshire’s roads in less than a fortnight. A motorcyclist died in a four-vehicle crash on the A40 between St Clears and Whitland on 21 June.
A 48-year-old man died the following Sunday in a collision between two motorcycles on the A4069 near Brynamman.
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A 48-year-old man died at the scene of a collision between two motorcycles near Brynamman. -
A40: Van driver dies in collision with coach between Llandeilo and Nantgaredig
A man died at the scene when a Ford Transit van and a coach collided on the A40 in the Tywi Valley on Friday afternoon. Dyfed-Powys Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A man has died following a collision between a van and a coach on the A40 in Carmarthenshire on Friday afternoon.
Dyfed-Powys Police said the crash happened on the stretch of the A40 between Llandeilo and Nantgaredig at around 4.25pm on Friday (3 July).
The collision involved a Scania coach and a Ford Transit van.
The driver of the van, a man, died at the scene, the force confirmed.
His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
A 14-year-old passenger was travelling on the coach along with its driver.
Both were taken to Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen as a precaution with minor injuries.
The A40 was closed in both directions between Llandeilo and Nantgaredig following the collision, with diversions in place around the Dryslwyn area.
Emergency services including an air ambulance attended the scene, according to BBC Wales.
The coach involved was operated by Ffoshelig Coaches, the BBC reported, adding that the firm did not wish to comment when approached. The Carmarthen-based company has been operating in the county since 1921.
Officers are now appealing for anyone with information that could help their investigation to come forward.
Anyone who was travelling along the road at the relevant time and has dashcam footage is also asked to get in touch.
Information can be passed to the force online, by email to [email protected], by direct message on social media, or by calling 101, quoting reference DP-20260703-277.
It is the third fatal collision on Carmarthenshire’s roads in less than a fortnight.
A motorcyclist died in a four-vehicle crash on the A40 between St Clears and Whitland on 21 June, and a 48-year-old man died in a collision between two motorcycles on the A4069 near Brynamman the following Sunday.
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A 48-year-old man died at the scene of a collision between two motorcycles near Brynamman.Disqualified HGV driver arrested after lorry seen driving on wrong side of the road
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A disqualified lorry driver was arrested after an HGV was seen swerving onto the wrong side of the road. -
A40: Motorcyclist killed in four-vehicle crash between St Clears and Whitland
A motorcyclist has died following a collision involving four vehicles on the A40 in Carmarthenshire.
The crash happened on the stretch of road between St Clears and Whitland at around midday on Sunday, 21 June.
Dyfed-Powys Police said it involved a grey Audi, a blue Seat, a grey Vauxhall and an orange KTM motorbike.
The rider of the motorbike died at the scene. Officers said their next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. He has been released on conditional bail while enquiries continue.
The road was closed for several hours so collision investigators could examine the scene, reopening by 8.30pm.
The force is now appealing for anyone who saw the crash, or who has dashcam footage from the area, to come forward.
In an appeal, a spokesperson said: “Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision on the A40 between St Clears and Whitland, or anyone with information about it to get in touch.”
Information can be passed to Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], by direct message on social media, or by calling 101.
People can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Anyone getting in touch is asked to quote reference DP-20260621-177.
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Coroner calls for safety action following death of Swansea solicitor Emily Thornton-Sandy
His action follows the devastating collision in which Emily died after another driver travelled the wrong way down the dual carriageway. The coroner recorded a conclusion of Road Traffic Collision.
Emily, from Pontarddulais, had been travelling home from a veterinary appointment at around midday on 5 November 2024 when the collision occurred between Pont Abraham and Cross Hands.
Her dog, Scout, sadly died shortly afterwards. Emily was taken to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff but died six days later from catastrophic injuries. The collision involved two other vehicles.
At the inquest on 3 December 2025 at Llanelli Town Hall, Senior Coroner Paul Bennett said a 90-year-old driver had pulled out of a junction on the eastbound side of the A48 near Cross Hands, leaving Emily no time to react. Two other vehicles were also struck in the tragic sequence of events.
Evidence from Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed that the road was in good condition, the weather was dry and overcast, visibility was clear, and the junction already had a sign instructing drivers to turn left. No emergency braking marks were found, and both drivers were wearing seatbelts.
The inquest also heard that the driver who caused the collision had been seen by a medic at his home two days earlier after experiencing a sudden loss of consciousness. He was assessed following the episode but, the court heard, there had been no medical instruction or clear indication at that time that he should not continue driving.
In light of the evidence, the coroner confirmed he will raise concerns with the South Wales Trunk Road Agency and Carmarthenshire Council about the junction from which the other driver exited moments before the fatal crash.
Emily’s family have welcomed the decision, hoping it will draw attention to long-standing safety concerns on a stretch of road where Dyfed-Powys Police recorded 169 crashes in just 12 months. However, they remain gravely concerned that further markings alone will not prevent future incidents, given that clear signage is already in place.
Emily’s family have described her as intelligent, kind and compassionate, devoted to her work supporting people affected by asbestos exposure, and passionate about literature and houseplants. Three people benefited from organ donation following her heartbreaking death.
During the inquest, where the family were represented by Thompsons Solicitors, statements from Emily’s husband and parents were read out.
Her husband, Stuart, said he would do all he could to prevent other families suffering similar loss. He said:
“Nobody should have to see their wife as I saw Emily in hospital. Emily lost her life, and I lost my future. I never envisaged living my life without her. I felt like I lost purpose when I lost Emily and Scout.”
Emily’s parents described her death as an avoidable tragedy and urged people to speak up if they have concerns about the driving ability of an elderly relative, in the hope that it may prevent another family enduring such unbearable grief.
Helen Shakespeare, Partner at Thompsons Solicitors and the family’s legal representative, said:
“Emily’s death was devastating to all who knew and loved her. The inquest has shown that what happened was entirely avoidable.
“The family therefore welcome the coroner’s decision to raise concerns with the highways authorities, but they remain deeply worried that more meaningful action is needed to address the wider safety issues on a road where so many serious incidents have occurred.”
[Lead image: Family photo]
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