‘Caring’ mum died after being hit by car
A 72-YEAR-OLD grandmother who died after being hit by a car has been remembered as a much-loved family woman who spent her life caring for others.
Mary Eiddwen Phillips, from Cwmbran, died in hospital from her injuries after the accident shortly before 7pm on Friday.
It happened at the pedestrian crossing on Llywelyn Road, Cwmbran, near the junction of Woodside Road.
Her family have issued the following tribute through police: “Our mum, Eiddwen, has been tragically taken from us far too soon. She was a proud mother, mum-in-law and grandmother who spent her working life caring for others. Firstly, as a nurse and then following in her own mother’s footsteps by becoming a midwife.
“Since retirement she has travelled extensively, enjoyed gardening, reading, socialising with friends and former work colleagues. She loved spending time with her family, who are devastated by her loss and will be very sadly missed by all who knew her.”
Her family continue to be supported by specialist officers.
A 27-year-old man from Cwmbran, who was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, has been released under investigation pending further inquiries.
A spokesman for Gwent Police said: “We are continuing to investigate and are appealing for witnesses who have not yet spoken with officers to get in contact.”
Anyone with any information or dashcam footage of Llywelyn Road near to the junction with Woodside Road at the time of the collision is also asked to contact police.”
Anybody with any information can contact police on 101, quoting reference number 2000432427. You can also contact Gweny Police via direct message on Facebook or Twitter. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.