A second man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of an 18-year-old in Gorseinon on Thursday.
An 18-year-old man from Gorseinon was arrested on suspicion of murder and Section 18 grievous bodily harm with intent, South Wales Police said in an update on Friday.
An 18-year-old man from Morriston, whose arrest was announced on Thursday night, is being held on suspicion of murder, dangerous driving, driving while unfit through drugs, and driving with a controlled drug above the specified limit.
Both men remain in police custody.
The arrests follow a collision between a car and an off-road bike on Pen Cae Crwn Road at 12.58pm on Thursday, in which an 18-year-old man died at the scene. A 19-year-old man was taken to hospital with injuries.
All roads closed after the incident have now reopened, except the lane running alongside Cecil Road.
Detective Chief Inspector Danielle Thorne of the Major Crime Investigation Team said the force’s “thoughts and condolences remain with the family and loved ones”, who are receiving specialist support, and asked for their privacy to be respected.
She also thanked the people of Gorseinon for the support shown to officers during the investigation — including bringing them water and sun cream in the heat.
Police say they are aware of social media footage of the incident circulating, and have asked people not to share it while the investigation continues.
An increased police presence is expected in the area for some time.
Detectives are appealing for witnesses who have not yet spoken to officers, and for dashcam, CCTV or doorbell footage from between 8am and 2.30pm on Thursday.
They are particularly keen to hear from anyone with footage from Pen Cae Crwn Road, Pontardulais Road, Brynteg Road, Cecil Road, Heol Y Mynydd, Brighton Road, or the track road between Cecil Road and Heol Y Mynydd.
Footage and information can be submitted via the force’s online portal, by calling 101 quoting reference 2600218457, or anonymously through Crimestoppers.
Support is also available for anyone who witnessed the incident or its aftermath, through the force’s contact routes above or via NHS 111 (option 2).
If you have been affected by this story, support is available from Samaritans on 116 123, free, at any time.
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