A DEVOTED dad was crushed to death by a JCB in a horror farmyard tragedy with a man in his 60s arrested in connection, an inquest has heard.
Dad-of-two Ryan had been working at the farm as a plant operator when the tragic accident occurred.
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The court, in Pembrokeshire, was told he was “involved in a workplace incident involving a JCB.”
Ryan was rushed to Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest after the horrific incident in September but was sadly pronounced dead a short time later.
A man in his 60s has since been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the horrifying accident.
Ryan’s provisional cause of death was given as “haemorrhage from lacerations to the liver and spleen.”
Coroner Gareth Lewis said there were ongoing investigations by the police and Health and Safety Executive into the tragedy at the farm in Llangwym, near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire.
In a heartbroken tribute, Ryan’s family said: “Ryan tragically passed away at just 34 years old.
“His cherished partner Kirsty and two beautiful daughters Jaida and Talia are absolutely devastated by his sudden passing.
“Ryan was a family man, his dog T-boy was never far from his side, he loved Liverpool Football Club and had a real passion for his work.
“He had pure talent. Ryan was a genuine, loving, caring, funny, hardworking and loyal character.
“He could light up any room he entered, he would do anything for anyone and was loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
“Ryan was the best partner, dad, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend anyone could ever wish for.
“His family and friends are deeply saddened by his death and will forever love and miss him.”
The inquest, held at Pembrokeshire County Hall, has been adjourned with a date for its continuation to be fixed.
Ryan was rushed to Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, but sadly was pronounced dead in September Published: [#item_custom_pubDate]
