Pembrokeshire: 52-seater coach concerned in deadly crash was carrying holidaymakers from Cumbria

Sep 06, 2023 at 1:20 PM
Pembrokeshire: 52-seater coach concerned in deadly crash was carrying holidaymakers from Cumbria

The 52-seater coach concerned in a deadly crash with a automotive in Pembrokeshire on Tuesday was carrying holidaymakers from the Cumbria space.

A major incident was declared after the crash, which prompted a big emergency service response.

Dyfed-Powys Police have since confirmed that the one that died within the crash on the A477 close to Cleddau Bridge, Pembroke Dock, was the male driver of the automotive.

The motorist’s household have been knowledgeable and are being supported by specialist officers.

The driver of the coach was taken to hospital with severe accidents, the place he stays in a secure situation.

A complete of 24 bus passengers had been taken to hospital however they’ve all since been discharged.

Police at the scene following the crash on the Cleddau Bridge in Pembrokeshire, West Wales.
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Police on the scene following the crash on the Cleddau Bridge in Pembrokeshire, West Wales

Officers mentioned the collision passed off at about 2.15pm on Tuesday afternoon.

Five fireplace crews from the encompassing space had been in attendance.

Crews from Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven, Haverfordwest, Tenby and Narberth helped on the scene and freed a severely trapped driver who was airlifted to hospital.

Hywel Dda Health Board, which covers West Wales, had issued an enchantment on Wednesday night for individuals to not go to Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest until they had been significantly injured or had a life-threatening sickness.

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The highway was closed whereas investigations had been carried out, and reopened at about 4.30am on Wednesday morning.

Police have thanked highway customers for his or her endurance whereas emergency companies responded.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or might have data which may assist the investigation is being urged to contact Dyfed-Powys Police.