In memory of two boys who tragically lost their lives in a recent crash, a procession of motorbikes, off-road scramblers, and quad bikes embarked on a ride from Ely to Barry. Kyrees Sullivan, 16, and Harvey Evans, 15, had been riding an e-bike when the accident occurred in Ely. Over 50 vehicles participated in the ride on Saturday, June 10, which followed a route from Ely to Cold Knap in Barry and back.
During the event, there was a substantial police presence, and at one point, authorities issued a warning regarding the potential risks posed by some participants’ driving behavior to other road users and pedestrians. Videos from the area captured the procession, showing a long line of vehicles arriving at Cold Knap. Some bikes continued onto the pebbly beach, with a few performing wheelies and others honking their horns.
A witness shared their account, stating that the group arrived at around 1 pm and departed by 2 pm. While a small minority engaged in wheelies on the beach, the majority participated peacefully in the planned parade. Although there was some noise during their arrival and departure, the atmosphere remained relatively civilized and calm.
A police helicopter was deployed, and officers cautioned the public to exercise caution during the “public event” taking place at Barry Island. Concerns were raised regarding hazardous driving, and authorities appealed for individuals with dashcam footage of the event to come forward.
South Wales Police tweeted on Saturday afternoon, acknowledging the public event and expressing awareness of some participants driving in a manner that could endanger others. They requested extra care from the public and later advised people to avoid the area until further information could be provided. Police officers monitored the situation and collected evidence.
The procession returned to Ely around 2:30 pm. Police authorities have requested anyone with relevant footage to retain it and announced that information on how to submit the footage will be provided in due course.
Assistant Chief Constable Mark Travis emphasized the importance of paying respects peacefully without causing disruptions to the area. He highlighted the community’s safety as a priority and assured that a proportionate response would be taken. The police operation involved retrospective handling of offenses through evidence collected by officers, drones, the police helicopter, and members of the public.
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ACC Travis expressed gratitude to the public for their patience during the concerning afternoon. Despite hazardous driving in the communities, no injuries or collisions were reported.
Regarding the disorder that followed the boys’ deaths on May 22, which involved violence and vandalism, twenty individuals arrested have been released on police bail as investigations continue. Anyone with CCTV, mobile phone, or dashcam footage relevant to the motor offenses committed during the event is encouraged to submit it through the online public portal: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/62SWP23B72-PO2.