Teenage girl 'loved by all' died after three-car collision

Eleri GriffithsBBC Wales
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Demi Edmunds, from Caldicot, died on Thursday

The family of a 17-year-old girl who died after a crash involving three cars and a pedestrian have described her as "funny, kind and caring" and "loved by all".

Demi Edmunds, from Caldicot, was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency services were called to the A4042 in Cwmbran, Torfaen, at about 12:25 GMT on Thursday.

Demi's brother Jake said she was "the best sister I could've ever asked for".

South Wales Police said the family had requested privacy and was being supported by specialist officers as enquiries continued.

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Parts of the A4042 were closed as police officers investigated the incident

Jake added: "Me and her were very close, she was like a best friend to me that I could trust with anything and everything, but she's no longer with us anymore.

"Hopefully she's in heaven somewhere better."

Her wider family described Demi as a "beloved" daughter, granddaughter, sister, cousin and niece.

They said: "Demi loved her friends, and she was loved by all."

Police continue to appeal for information, including any CCTV or dashcam footage that could assist their investigation.