Tragic Crash Claims Lives of Two Young Men in Newport
Just after 1.10pm on Tuesday, January 11, emergency services rushed to Whippingham Road, Newport, following a serious collision between a silver Honda Civic and a silver Toyota Proace van. Sadly, Taylor Antwiss, 20, from Old Road, East Cowes, and Owen Bartlett, 20, from Seaview Road, Cowes, were pronounced dead at the scene.
Family Heartbreak: ‘A Hole That Can Never Be Filled’
Paying tribute to Taylor, his family said: “Our son and brother Taylor was the best, he was loving, caring and kind. We are so lucky to have had him for 20 years. He has left a hole in our lives that can never be filled. Our hearts go out to Owen’s family, who must be as heartbroken as we are.”
Owen’s family added: “Owen was the most amazing, kind, gentle, funny boy. We are lucky to have had him in our lives, and we will miss him every day for the rest of ours.”
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Dashcam Footage
Officers continue to investigate the crash and appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision or the moments leading up to it.
- Did you see the accident?
- Do you have dashcam footage?
If so, contact police on 101 quoting Operation Hostel or reference number 44220012949.
