Ian Jones

I am Gavin Knox Assistant Coroner for the coroner area of South Wales Central.

On 8 November 2022 I commenced an investigation into the death of Ian Augustus JONES . The investigation concluded at the end of the inquest 07/02/2025 . The conclusion of the inquest was Accidental Death. 1a        Traumatic Brain Injury

These were recorded as :- Mr Ian Augustus Jones died at University Hospital Wales, Cardiff on 29 October 2022 as a  result of a traumatic brain injury sustained having struck his head on the pavement after he collided an electrically motorised bicycle, which he was riding without a helmet, with a bollard on the pavement on Caerphilly Road Cardiff.

During the course of the inquest the evidence revealed matters giving rise to concern. In  my opinion there is a risk that future deaths will occur unless action is taken. In the  circumstances it is my statutory duty to report to you. The MATTERS OF CONCERN are as follows. (1) The accessibility of electric motors and parts that can be easily used to convert a  normal pedal bicycle into a high powered, throttle controlled scooter capable of high speeds with rapid acceleration that can pose a danger to the rider and to other members of the public.

In my opinion action should be taken to prevent future deaths and I believe you and your organisation have the power to take such action.