Police name three teenagers killed in collision in Brecon Beacons
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Version 0 of 1. Police have confirmed the names of three 17-year-olds who were killed in a collision between two cars in mid-Wales. They were Rhodri Miller, Corey Price and Alesha O’Connor, all from Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. The three teenagers and 68-year-old Margaret Challis were killed in the collision, which took place in Powys, mid-Wales, as a number of vehicles travelled in a convoy. Seven teenagers arrested over the incident have been released on bail. The accident happened on the A470 near Storey Arms, Brecon, just before 10.15pm on Friday. Two vehicles were involved – a black Volkswagen Golf estate and a green Volkswagen Golf. The black Golf is not believed to have been part of the convoy. Rhodri, who was driving, had only recently passed his test. Corey was a promising young footballer who trained with the Cardiff City football academy. Dylan Jones, headteacher at Ysgol Bro Morgannwg in Barry, said both boys were very talented – Corey in football and Rhodri in science. He told the BBC he had spoken to the families on the phone. “Very devastating. It’s been a shock to us all, and a number of their friends also are feeling the shock.” Asked how they would be remembered, he said: “They’re remembered as sociable and jolly, and a little mischievous, I’m sure, both of them, but on Monday we will come together to share those thoughts, and be able to reflect on their lives, and hopefully celebrate their lives, tomorrow morning.” Among tributes paid was a tweet from Cardiff and Vale Schools Football Association, which said: “Hearing terrible news that we’ve lost a former CVSFA player in Corey Price. Great player. Thoughts to all his family & friends. toplad.” Mitchell Palmer, a Bristol Rovers footballer, said: “Very sad to hear about Corey Price, great lad great footballer! Thoughts are with family and friends! RIP big man!” Supt Chris Curtis of the Dyfed-Powys Police said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the families at this difficult time. We are working with South Wales police in order to provide support to the families affected and also the communities they live within. We will work with partners to ensure that the incident is fully investigated.” Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys police on 101. |