The family of a man who died following a collision involving a car and a coach near the Cleddau Bridge, Pembroke Dock, on Tuesday have said that he was “loved by all who met and knew him”.

Thirty-two-year-old Mathew (corr) Chapman, who was driving the car, died at the scene of the collision.

Mr Chapman, who was originally from the Dunstable area, had been living in Pembrokeshire in recent years.

His family has issued a statement to say: “Matt is a much-loved son, brother, fiancé, grandson and friend to many. He was loved by all who met and knew him.

“We are all shocked and devastated, and would ask for privacy at this time to try and come to terms with what has happened.”

The family is being supported by specialist officers.

The driver of the coach sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital where he remains in a stable condition.

The coach was carrying holiday makers from the Cumbria area. The twenty four bus passengers were taken to hospital and all have since been discharged.

The road was closed and reopened at about 4.30 am the following morning (September 6).

Officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with information that could help officers with their investigation is asked to report it to Dyfed-Powys Police, either online at: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.

Quote reference: DP-20230905-217.