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Bala pedestrian fatality sparks urgent police appeal


December 05, 2025 - 226 views

North Wales Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision near Bala.

Shortly after 11.40pm on Wednesday, 3 December, officers received a report that a man had been struck whilst walking on the A494 in Llanfor.

The pedestrian, a 43-year-old man, was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene. The man’s next of kin have been informed.

As part of Police enquiries, a 38-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Senior investigating officer, Detective Chief Inspector Andrew Gibson said: “I share my deepest condolences with the man’s family at this incredibly difficult time.

“I am appealing to anyone who was driving along the A494 on Wednesday 3 December, between the hours of 11pm and 12am, and who may have relevant dash-cam footage, to come forward as soon as possible.

“Any information, no matter how small, could be vital to the investigation.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact North Wales Police via the website or by calling 101, quoting incident number 25000989380.