A tragic incident occurred on the A40 in Carmarthenshire, leading to the loss of two lives as a motorcycle lost control on a bend. The victims were identified as Rhodie Thackwray, 56, and Jack Agius, 29, who both tragically passed away following the crash near Llandovery. The unsettling event took place on the evening of Saturday, October 25, prompting an inquest to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
During the inquest opened by Assistant Coroner Mark Layton at Llanelli Town Hall, details emerged about the individuals involved in the fatal crash. Rhodie Thackwray, a driver of South African origin residing in Llandovery, was accompanied by Jack Agius, a devoted full-time carer for his daughter and also from Llandovery, on the ill-fated journey along the A40 on a Honda motorcycle. As they navigated a right-hand bend, Mr. Thackwray lost control of the motorcycle, leading to both riders being thrown off the bike and tragically losing their lives on the scene.
The incident occurred around 7.30pm, and Dyfed-Powys Police has appealed for witnesses to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation. The coroner’s officer for Carmarthenshire, Malcolm Thompson, disclosed that a comprehensive investigation into the crash is ongoing, with the inquest adjourned for further proceedings at a later date.
The tragic loss of Rhodie Thackwray and Jack Agius on the A40 has left a somber note in the community, prompting authorities to seek additional information to piece together the events leading up to the fatal crash and provide closure to the bereaved families. The investigation aims to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident and reinforce road safety measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.