Appeal over fatal motorbike crash

Ben Parker would be 'sadly missed by his family and friends'

Police have appealed for witnesses after a motorcyclist died after a crash in Cardiff.

South Wales Police said it appears Ben Parker, 22, lost control and fell onto the carriageway in Frank Road in the Ely area on Tuesday.

Mr Parker, who lived locally, died in hospital the following day.

His family said he was a "loving son", who worked as a volunteer for a community farm project for young people.

The crash happened at 1550 GMT on 25 March, while the black Honda motorcycle was believed to be travelling westbound along Frank Road towards Plymouthwood Road.

Mr Parker's family in a tribute to him said: "Ben was a loving son to Gary Parker and Kim Dante, stepbrother to Dominic and brother to Becky".

The former Windsor Clive Infant School pupil went on to attend the Amelia Methodist Trust Farm in the Vale of Glamorgan, and returned to help out.

"This he felt was giving something back to the community," said his family.

"Ben enjoyed cycling and all types of activity and was very proud of being the godfather of his niece Kali, spending time playing and taking her outdoors."

Anyone with information is asked to contact the eastern roads policing unit, at Gwaelod-y-Garth, Cardiff on 02920 222111, extension 34331 or 34333.