Family of man found unconscious outside Swansea pub say he'll be 'sadly missed'

Timmy Matthews died following an incident in Brynmill on Friday

Author: Gavin RutterPublished 31st Jul 2025
Last updated 31st Jul 2025

Police have publicly named a man who died after being found unconscious in the street in Brynmill, in Swansea.

Timmy Matthews, 63, from Townhill was discovered outside the Mill Pub on the evening of Friday July 25.

His family has paid tribute, issuing the following statement:

“Dad/Timmy was a loving character. Our family and everyone in the community is in shock at what has happened.

“He will be sadly missed by his daughter, sister and all his friends in Swansea.”

Steven Vonk, 51, of Brynmill appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Tuesday charged with murder.

He is yet to enter a plea, with a potential trial date set for January.

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