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Gwynedd Crash Claims Two Lives, Father-to-Be Among Victims
24 Dec, 2025
Summary
- A tragic crash on the A487 bypass claimed two lives.
- Mathew Hardy, 34, was expecting his first child soon.
- Police are seeking information and dashcam footage of the incident.
Two men have tragically lost their lives following a severe crash on the A487 Porthmadog bypass in Gwynedd. The collision, which occurred around 9:30 PM GMT on December 20th, involved a recovery truck and a car.
Mathew Hardy, 34, from Pwllheli, and Daniel Atkinson, 40, from Blaenau Ffestiniog, were both pronounced dead at the scene. Mr. Hardy's family shared a heartfelt tribute, describing him as a beloved son, partner, brother, and friend. They revealed he was recently thrilled about moving into a new home and was eagerly anticipating the arrival of his baby daughter.
Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage of the events leading up to the crash to come forward. The family of Mr. Hardy has requested privacy during this period of profound grief and has expressed gratitude for the community's support.
