Popular motorcyclist lost leg after crash on Anglesey

North Wales Live

25-05-2025

A popular motorcyclist is recovering after losing part of his leg following a crash. Chris Newman's family have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and affection for the 53-year-old.
He was in a collision between his Honda motorbike and a Seat Ibiza car near Trearddur Bay on Anglesey at 9.30pm on May 1. It is understood an investigation is ongoing about the incident in Lon Isallt.
Mr Newman suffered 15 major injuries and was airlifted to the Royal Stoke University Hospital. He had to have part of his right leg amputated but his family said medics are keeping his spirits up. Get the best island stories from our Anglesey newsletter - sent every Friday
Relatives have set up a Gofundme appeal to help fund Chris's rehabilitation which quickly smashed through its £5,000 target. It currently stands at £6,915.
Son Michael, 28, told North Wales Live that a campsite worker heard the collision, came rushing out and contacted the relevant people. Michael, who is an architectural assistant in Leeds, found out about the accident the following morning from his family.
"It was a bit scary trying to find out what had happened." He said unfortunately the injuries meant part of his dad's right leg was "irrecoverable".
While in hospital in Stoke he is being well cared for by staff. "Nurses come to check on him every 15 to 20 minutes, keeping him perked up. He's very much a bubbly person so he likes that."
"We had £5,000 yesterday which was insane (and now it's over £6,000). It's brilliant."
He said his parents used to run a shop in Trearddur Bay and helped other people. "They would deliver milk to care homes free of charge," said Michael.
Later Chris was a gas engineer and would go out of his way to help people. Now it seems that goodwill is being reciprocated.
Michael said: "So many people have contributed to the appeal to support him. It's really nice. He said he finds it a bit overwhelming."
The donations are expected to go towards Chris's rehabilitation costs. He lives in a static caravan in the Trearddur Bay area which may be adapted for his needs and a prosthetic limb may be an option.
As for Michael, he is due to marry his fiancee Marged Enlli Huws in June and is desperately hoping his dad will be well enough to attend the ceremony.
On their on Gofundme page called "Chris's amputation recovery", Michael wrote: "He suffered 15 major injures from the collision which left him going through weeks of operations within the ICU of Stoke hospital. Despite the doctors best efforts he unfortunately had to have a leg amputation.
"These injuries will not only affect his day to day life but also affect his ability to work. Many of you will know my dad from Trearddur Bay, where he's been a familiar and friendly face for years.
"As a dedicated gas engineer, he's always been someone people could rely on - whether it was fixing a boiler in the middle of winter or lending a helping hand in the community.
"He's poured his heart and soul into supporting others, and now we're hoping others will do the same for him. Unfortunately, doctors have confirmed that he will no longer be able to return to work.
"This has put a significant financial strain on him and our family. We are raising £5,000 to help ease the immediate financial pressure - covering essential living costs, amend his living arrangements to accommodate his disability, therapy, and travel expenses for hospital visits.
"Any amount, no matter how little, would mean the world to us. If you're unable to donate, sharing this page would be just as appreciated. We're grateful for the love and kindness shown to him already, and we know he'll be deeply touched by the support of the community he's been proud to serve." Join the North Wales Live Whatsapp community now
* North Wales Police said the 23-year-old driver of the Seat was arrested on suspicion of drug driving and on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving. He has since been released under investigation.
PC Mark Walker, of the Roads Crime Unit, said: 'I am urging anybody who witnessed this collision, or anybody who was travelling in the area and who may have dash cam footage to contact us as soon as possible,' and to quote reference number 25000361933.
* The Gofundme page is called Chris's amputation recovery and the address is here.