Motorist dies in accident near Newtown

A motorist has died near Newtown after a single vehicle road accident.

The accident happened at 4.50am today.

Police have appealed for witnesses and information.

"Dyfed-Powys Police received a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision on the B4568 Aberhafesp to Newtown road, at approx. 4.50am this morning (Monday May 2), said a statement from Dyfed Powys Police.

"Officers attended the scene immediately where the car, a blue Ford Fiesta, was found on its roof. Other emergency services were also in attendance, but sadly the one occupant of the car was declared deceased at the scene.  
 
"Next of kin have been informed and are being supported, but no further information will be released until further notice."
 
Anyone who witnessed the collision, or anyone with information that could help officers with their investigation is asked to report it to Dyfed-Powys Police, either online at: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing 101@dyfed-powys.pnn.police.uk, or by calling 101.

If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908. Quote reference: DP-20220502-062