Police name 92 year old cyclist in fatal Pontypridd crash
The family of John Symmonds have paid tribute to him.
The family of a cyclist who died in a crash in Pontypridd have thanked the emergency services and hospital staff who tried to save his life.
92 year old John Symmonds died following the collision with a vehicle towing a trailer which happened on Pen Y Wal road on September 21st.
Police are appealing for anyone with information - or dashcam footage - to get in touch.
The daughters of John Symmonds paid the following tribute:
“Our Dad will be greatly missed by us both and all the family, as well as the many friends he made throughout his journey in life.
We are so grateful for all the support and find comfort in all the kind words we have received.
We would like to thank all the emergency services that tried to help Dad at the scene of the collision but would especially like to thank the staff on Ward 8 at Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr for the care and compassion they provided.
We do now ask that people respect our privacy and allow us the time and space to grieve. We will be announcing dates/time for the funeral in due course, once it is known.
Goodnight Dad. Rest in peace.”