Boy, 4, died at home after incident involving cast iron roller

A four-year-old boy died after a cast iron roller went over part of his body, an inquest has been told.

Maldwyn ‘Gwern’ Evans died in the garden of his home in Tynreithin, Tregaron, on Thursday, 20 June.

An inquest into his death opened at the Aberystwyth Justice Centre on Wednesday, 26 June,

The hearing was told that the boy was injured while pushing a vintage cast iron roller, which went over part of his body.

Senior coroner Peter L Brunton said a post-mortem examination had not concluded, and adjourned the full inquest to 9 October.

In a statement released via Dyfed-Powys Police, the boy's family said: “As a family, we are incredibly distraught by our tragic loss, and he will be greatly missed by us and the entire community.

"He was a loving son and a caring brother, who touched the hearts of so many. He lived his short life to the fullest and will be remembered for his captivating personality.

"He was an extremely keen little farmer who had knowledge and ability beyond his years.

"We would like to thank everyone for their support and kindness at this horrific time. It has meant so much to the whole family.

"We would now like time to grieve and would ask to be given privacy in which to do so."

In a previous statement, the police force said: "The death is not being treated as suspicious and H.M Coroner has been informed.

"Our thoughts are with the family who are receiving support and they have asked for privacy during this difficult time."