A BELOVED dad tragically died in a crash after performing an “amazing gesture” at the funeral of a 14-year-old boy.
Chris Bailey was killed after riding as part of a motorcycle convoy in Pontypridd, Wales on Friday last week.
The new father had joined his pals in the tribute to honour Kyle Sieniawski, who sadly passed away from motor neurone disease.
Kyle was one of the youngest people ever in the UK to be diagnosed with the condition.
But Dyfed-Powys Police were called to the A438 between Glasbury and Clyro at just before 5pm after reports of a three-vehicle smash.
Chris was sadly pronounced dead at the scene, and an investigation is ongoing.
Kyle’s “devastated” family have now paid tribute to the biker after he took part in the display for their son.
They wrote in a statement: “We’re absolutely devastated to hear that one of the bikers tragically lost his life whilst travelling home from Kyle’s funeral. Chris Bailey was a valued member of the Powys Chapter Valley Commandos and to lose his life after doing such an amazing gesture is just cruel beyond words.
“Our hearts are breaking for his family, and Christmas is just days away. Life can be so cruel.
“We’re thinking of all his family, friends, and also his comrades at the Valley Commandos. Heaven has gained another angel way too soon.”
Paul Borrington, who rode with Chris, said he would “truly miss his smile, his laugh, his attitude and his beliefs”.
He penned: “To say I’m humbled with the response from others who he’s met during his short period in life and the motorcycling world really shows how much people thought and respected him and for what he gave.
“Chris was a proud member of the Valley Commandos. He had a massive future ahead of him within the club.”
Cops are now appealing for information and have urged any witnesses to come forward.
The horror crash involved a black Mini Countryman Cooper and a black Volkswagen Polo.
A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “We are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Powys [Friday] evening.
“Officers responded to a report of a collision involving three vehicles on the A438 Glasbury to Clyro at 4.48pm.
“The collision involved a black Yamaha motorbike, a black Mini Countryman Cooper and a black Volkswagen Polo.
“Sadly, the rider of the motorbike died at the scene. No other injuries were reported.
“Officers investigating the incident would like to hear from anyone who was driving along this stretch of road at the time, or who might have dashcam footage of any of the vehicles involved.”
The force asked anyone who may have information to get in touch using the reference number 257 of December 19.
