Family Pays Tribute to Teenager Killed in Cwmbran Three-Vehicle Collision
The family of a 17-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in a three-vehicle collision have paid a moving tribute to the teenager, with her brother describing her as a 'best friend'. Demi Edmunds was the only pedestrian involved in the crash on the A4042 in Cwmbran, which occurred at approximately 12.25pm on Thursday.
Emergency Services Response and Fatal Outcome
Gwent Police and the Welsh Ambulance Service swiftly attended the scene following the collision, which involved three cars. Despite their efforts, the teenager from Caldicot, a town also located in Monmouthshire, was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident has left the community in shock and mourning.
Heartfelt Tributes from Family Members
In a heartfelt tribute, Demi's family have described the 'kind and caring' 17-year-old as 'once met, never forgotten'. Her brother Jake expressed his profound grief, stating that Demi was 'the best sister [he] could've asked for,' and highlighting her qualities as 'funny, kind and caring'.
Jake shared, 'Me and her were very close, she was like a best friend to me that I could trust with anything and everything, but she's no longer with us anymore. Hopefully she's in heaven somewhere better.'
Joint Statement from Wider Family
Demi's wider family issued a joint statement, emphasising that the teenager 'loved her friends, and was loved by all'. They added, 'Demi was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, cousin and niece,' underscoring the deep impact of her loss on the entire family network.
Requests for Privacy and Police Appeal
The teenager's relatives have requested privacy during this difficult time to allow them to grieve, as confirmed by Gwent Police. Meanwhile, the force has urged anyone with information about the collision to come forward.
This includes individuals who may have CCTV or dashcam footage. They can contact Gwent Police by calling 101, visiting the official website, or reaching out via their Facebook or X pages. Anyone providing information should quote log reference 2600046163 to assist with the ongoing investigation.
