Family's tribute to 'popular' footballer Andrew, 21
The family of a 21-year-old footballer who died in a car crash on a busy road have paid tribute to "the nicest man you will ever meet".
Andrew Lloyd, of Withy Avenue, Forden, near Welshpool, died after a crash between a green Peugeot 306 and a blue Kia on the A483 between Newtown and Abermule.
His family has released a statement paying tribute to Mr Lloyd, who played for Forden FC, worked at McDonald's in Newtown and the Flash Leisure Centre in Welshpool.
The family said his death leaves a "deep void" for all who knew him. The statement says: "Tributes have been flooding in following the tragic and untimely death of a popular young man.
Andrew was driving west along the A483 towards Newtown when the car he was driving collided with a vehicle travelling in the opposite direction.
"Family and friends have described him as a caring, fun loving, out-going son and an absolute gentleman. Andrew will be remembered as one of the nicest young men you will ever meet.
"Andrew was a keen footballer and played for several local teams, his premature passing will leave a deep void with everyone who knew him."
Neil Breeze, manager of Forden FC, had previously described Mr Lloyd as a "perfect gentleman". He said: "He was a great man who would do anything for anyone and he got along with everyone he met."
Rhian Moore, a spokeswoman for Dyfed-Powys Police, said that the force was issuing a fresh appealing for witnesses to the crash shortly after 10pm on December 21 to call 101.
She said: "We are appealing for witnesses to the collision to come forward and we would particularly like to hear from people who may have seen either of the vehicles in the moments leading up to the crash.
"The family kindly request that they are now left alone to try and come to terms with their loss."
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