‘An outpouring of love’ for gran who died in crash
THE family of a woman who died in a crash near Mountain Ash have said “she will be missed by so many” as police confirmed her identity and appealed for witnesses to come forward.
Grandmother Wendy Setterfield, 76, died after a crash in Church Street, Penrhiwceiber, on the night of Thursday, November 24.
A 24-year-old man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving has been bailed pending further inquiries.
Following the pensioner’s death her family paid tribute to their “beloved mother and grandmother” and thanked the people who helped at the scene of the collision to help and the members of the local community who have given their love and support. They said: “Wendy was charismatic, kind-hearted, and sociable. She will be missed by so many in the community.
“She is survived by her son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter and we would like to thank everyone for their support and compassionate words at this time.
“We would like to thank everyone who attended to her at the scene on Thursday.
“The outpouring of love from the community in Penrhiwceiber was overwhelming and it has been a comfort to see how warmly her friends talk of her. We will ensure that details of the funeral are passed to all who loved her.”
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash and are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or saw the car involved - a blue Ford Focus - in the the moments before the crash to come forward.
South Wales Police sergeant Darren Westall said: “Our thoughts are with Wendy’s family and friends.
“The investigation is continuing and we want to hear from anybody who witnessed the collision, the way the car was being driven in the moments prior to it, or anyone who stopped at the scene to provide assistance.
“We are also appealing for any dashcam, mobile phone, or CCTV footage which may assist the investigation.”
Police confirmed that a 24-year-old man from the local area who was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving has been released on bail pending further inquiries.
Anyone with information can call South Wales Police on 101 or email SWP101@south-wales.police.uk quoting reference 397365.