Family's tribute to teenager

Craig Hopkins will always be an inspiration, his family said

The family of a pedestrian from Penarth who died in a collision with a car in Cardiff city centre have paid tribute to him.

Craig Gerald Hopkins, who was 19, from Penarth, died after he was struck by a car near Cardiff Central railway station on Saturday.

In a statement, his family said he had been an "inspiration" to them.

Daryl Gronow, 19, from Barry, has been remanded in custody charged with murder.

In a statement Gerald and Andrea Hopkins said their son Craig would remain an inspiration to them, his brother Carl and girlfriend Donna.

"Everybody who knew Craig will remember how good looking, caring and humorous he was. He was also dedicated to sport and fitness throughout his life," read the statement.

Flowers were laid at the scene of the fatal crash

"Craig will remain an inspiration to us all, particularly for the way he put others first.

"He had so many friends who looked up to him and respected him," the family said.

Mr Hopkins was taken to the University Hospital of Wales in the city but was pronounced dead on arrival.

The area behind Cardiff Central railway station.was cordoned off to allow forensic investigations to take place.

Three other people were injured in the incident at 0230 BST on Saturday on Penarth Road.

Two men were discharged after receiving treatment for leg injuries, while a third man was allowed home following treatment to a minor head injury, cuts, and bruises.

South Wales Police have set up an incident room at Fairwater Police Station and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Anyone with information can contact South Wales Police on 029 2022 2111 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.