Friends of Josh Lloyd Roberts who died three years ago are keeping his memory alive with a walk from the Hill Dickinson
Josh Lloyd Roberts was hit and killed by a car three years ago
Josh Lloyd Roberts was hit and killed by a car three years ago
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A caring Everton fan who was killed when he was hit by a car while walking home is to be remembered three years on. Josh Lloyd-Roberts was found on the A4085 Ffordd Waunffawr, in Caeathro, at around 11pm on Friday, June 2, 2023.
He was pronounced dead at the scene with North Wales Police since closing its investigation having arrested a 19-year-old man at the time. Josh's mum, Mel Tookey, told the ECHO this week how Josh was a talented footballer and a popular Cardiff Metropolitan University student who was working in a caravan park at the time of his death.
His connection with his local community was showcased when a stand was built in his memory at CPD Bontnewydd FC where he previously played. Paying tribute to her son Mel said: "He was absolutely amazing.
Joshua Lloyd Roberts, 19, died following a crash in Caeathron
Joshua Lloyd Roberts, 19, died following a crash in Caeathron(Image: Family handout)
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"I know I am his mum so I am biased but he was just so caring and reasonable. He was well liked and it rocked our whole community when it happened."
Now, more then three years on from their heartbreaking loss, Josh's close friends are embarking on a 100-mile trek from the Hill Dickinson Stadium, where there is a plaque in Josh's memory, to Caernarfon's home pitch at The Oval.
The four-day trek will raise funds for three causes: youth support initiatives Gôl Cymru and Porthi Dre Youth Club, alongside men’s mental health charity Two Pints Deep.
Mel explained how she, and Josh's friends and family, are keeping her son's memory alive. Josh's friend, Huw Griffiths, wrote on the JustGiving page: "We're taking on this challenge to honour Josh's memory while raising money for Gôl, Porthi Dre Youth Club and also Two Pints Deep.
Funeral of Joshua Lloyd Roberts in Caernarfon on Friday, June 23, 2023
Funeral of Joshua Lloyd Roberts in Caernarfon on Friday, June 23, 2023(Image: Dave Powell/Daily Post)
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"Three organisations that make a real difference to people’s lives. Gol and Porthi Dre having a positive impact on the lives of young people and also Two Pints Deep a men’s mental health charity.
"On different days of the walk we will be wearing a personalised shirt featuring a photograph of Josh, along with the logos of our sponsors and both charities. We are now looking for businesses and individuals to support us by sponsoring the walk."
People can donate to the fundraiser ahead of the walk on August 27.
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Josh's love for Everton FC was showcased when he was laid to rest with Z Cars playing as he entered the chapel while his family lined up in Everton shirts with Josh 19 printed on the back. His gravestone also features the Everton badge.
A second pre-inquest review into Josh's death is due to take place on September 23