(Image: SOUTH WALES POLICE)
The heartbroken family of a County Durham biker killed in a crash in South Wales have said he had a 'heart of gold'.
Crook man Wayne Bowron, known as Bow, died following a crash on the A4067 about eight miles north of Swansea at 10.40pm on October 9.
The 52-year-old's family have paid tribute to the loving father, grandfather, uncle, partner and friend.
In a heartbreaking statement, they said: “Wayne (Bow) was a loving father, grandfather, uncle, partner and friend.
"He was only 52 having been taken from us so suddenly.
"Nothing can express the loss that we are currently feeling as a family.
52-year-old Wayne Bowron from Crook (Image: SOUTH WALES POLICE)
“Wayne was well known throughout Durham and would do anything for anyone.
"Wayne treated everyone like they were part of the family and had a heart of gold
" Wayne loved his motorcycle and the friends he made throughout the motorcycle community. As a family our hearts are broken and there is a hole in all of our hearts that will never be filled.”
An investigation by South Wales Police into the carash is ongoing.
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Officers are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage and has not yet spoken to police to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact South Wales Police online or by calling 101, quoting reference 2600331858.
Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through its online form.