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Man Arrested After Death of Geraint Jones, 64, on A487 Near Bontnewydd

Police continue the investigation with a public appeal for witnesses, including requests for dashcam footage quoting reference C174462.

Overview

  • North Wales Police said a man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been released under investigation pending further inquiries.
  • Geraint Jones, 64, died at the scene after being struck by a van on the A487 Caernarfon bypass near Bontnewydd at about 8:30pm on Sunday.
  • Officers closed the bypass in both directions while emergency services responded to the collision.
  • The family paid tribute, calling Mr Jones a beloved husband, father and grandfather, and thanked those who tried to help.
  • Investigators urge anyone who witnessed the crash or saw a man walking on the bypass before 8:30pm to contact police via the website or by calling 101, quoting C174462.