Grandmother who died in crash named by police

A “LOVING grandmother” killed in a crash on Rhigos Road in Hirwaun has been named by police.

South Wales Police said 84-year-old Shirley Hope died after the crash on Friday, December 20.

In a statement, Ms Hope’s family said: “We are completely devastated by her loss and she will be sorely missed. We were very close and loved spending time together. Shirley was a loving mother and grandmother and she was extremely proud of her family.

“She was a much-loved mother to Kevin, Karen and Martyn, and a proud grandmother to nine grandchildren.

“Shirley was born on December 8, 1935, in Talgarth, and married Bryan Hope who was a local pharmacist, well known in Llwydcoed, Aberdare, where she lived most of her married life. Shirley will be sadly missed by her friends and family.”

Her family are being supported by a specially-trained family liaison officer.

Police said the 84-year-old died after the grey Peugeot she was driving was involved in a collision with a red BMW just before 3pm on Friday.

Two men, aged 25 and 21, both from Hirwaun, arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving have both been released under investigation.

Officers investigating the crash are continuing to appeal for information.

They want to speak to anybody who may have noticed the manner of driving of two cars, a red BMW and white BMW, in the moments before the crash.

Any witnesses or anyone else with information are asked to call police on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 quoting occurrence number 466639.