Family pay tribute to biker whose 'kindness, warmth and love touched everyone'

The family of a motorcyclist who sadly died on the A4067 near Cray, south Powys, have paid tribute to him.

Melvin Austin, aged 73, of Ystalyfera, passed away on Wednesday, August 26 2026, following a road traffic collision reported at around 11.45am.

In a tribute, his family said: “We as a family are devastated by the loss of our beloved Melvin Austin, known affectionally as 'Mel'.

“For 55 wonderful years, he was a devoted husband and soulmate to his wife Caron, he was a loving father, grand-father and great grandfather whose family meant everything to him.

“Mel’s kindness, warmth and love touched the lives of everyone that knew him.

“He will deeply missed by his childhood friend, whose friendship spanned a lifetime filled with countless memories of their shared love of motorbikes. They both shared a great passion for riding and were avid riders creating many unforgettable experiences together along the way.

“Mel will be remembered with great affection and missed more than words can say.”

Dyfed-Powys Police attended the collision which involved a white Citreon Berlingo van and a red Kawasaki motorbike on the A4067 south of Cray, south Powys.

The collision was reported at around 11.45am on Wednesday, August 26.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics, Mel, the rider of the red Kawasaki motorbike was sadly pronounced dead at the scene..

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has any information that could assist enquiries, is asked to get in touch online at https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us-beta/contact-us/, via email at [email protected] or by calling 101

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org. Quote ref: DP-20260826-148