Full Breakdown
Newport Collision Leads to Murder Charges
5/12/2026, 10:54:38 PM
Background & Context
The collision occurred in the early hours of 7 May on Aberthaw Road, a road in Alway. The victims were riding a motorbike when a BMW vehicle struck them and fled.
Fatal Collision and Murder Charges
On 7 May 2026, a motorbike carrying 19-year-old Jaydon Bowyer and 16-year-old Tashay Canoville was struck by a BMW on Aberthaw Road, Alway, Newport. Both riders died at the scene.
Individuals and Charges
Gwent Police have charged 18-year-old Terell Case and 34-year-old Joshua Williams with murder. Two women, aged 24 and 40, were arrested on suspicion but released. Detective Superintendent Steven Maloney leads the investigation.
Timeline and Legal Proceedings
The collision occurred at approximately 01:00 BST on 7 May. Case and Williams will appear at Newport Magistrates’ Court on 11 May, where they have been remanded pending further hearings.
Police and Prosecutorial Response
Gwent Police have appealed for witnesses and confirmed the BMW driver fled. Officers are working “around the clock” with the Crown Prosecution Service to secure the murder charges and maintain heightened patrols. The investigation has involved extensive evidence gathering and coordination with the Crown Prosecution Service.
Community Impact
The deaths have prompted public sympathy and raised concerns about road safety. Authorities stress the importance of dash-cam or CCTV footage to aid the investigation and reassure the community.
On-the-Ground Reactions
Family members expressed profound grief; the victim’s mother described her loss in emotional terms, and friends called the teens “the best of mates.”
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Source articles spell the younger victim’s name as Tashay Canoville, Ta-Shay Canoville, or Tashay Canoville. The BMW driver’s identity and motive remain undisclosed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We would like to thank the community for their support while we continue to investigate fully the circumstances of these tragic deaths.” — Steven Maloney, Detective Superintendent, Gwent Police
- “My boy, my darling darling boy. Why just why. How do I live without you here by my side. You were the best boy ever. Everyone adored you. Love you millions always and forever, your broken-hearted mum.” — Sophie Pederson, mother of Jaydon Bowyer
- “Officers from Gwent Police investigating a report of a road traffic collision in Aberthaw Road, Newport, are appealing for witnesses. ?” — Gwent Police spokesperson
- “We have been working around the clock to gather and assess evidence and we have liaised closely with our colleagues in the CPS to reach these two charging decisions.” — Gwent Police spokesperson
