A 20-YEAR-OLD man who died in a collision early on Saturday morning has been named locally as Ethan Powell, from Brynmawr.

His death on the A465 between Rhymney and Dowlais is being investigated as a suspected murder by police, who believe it may be linked to a burnt out car found at the weekend near Dowlais.

Ethan’s mother Emma posted in a tribute on Facebook: “My heart breaks. Can't actually believe [I'm] writing this my boy. You were such a kind, loving soul and we all know you absolutely idolised your sister and would do anything for anyone.

"You will always live on in our hearts, our heads and our family and we will remember you daily. Taken way way too soon, you had so much life ahead of you.

"Rest in peace my sweetheart, forever loved!"

Balloon releases are being organised in both Brynmawr and Crickhowell to celebrate Ethan’s life, while a GoFundMe page, which was set up to support his family, has already passed the £1,700 mark.

Marie Williams, who set up the page, said: “Ethan was a special person and will be greatly missed by so many people.”

“All money raised will go directly to his family and any donation is greatly appreciated.”

In a statement on social media, Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Edwards, the senior investigating officer on the case, urged anyone with information to make themselves known.

“We’re keen to speak to anyone who was travelling along the A465 between the hours of 2am and 5am on Saturday morning,” he said.

“Especially motorists with dashcam, as they could have details that might assist our enquiries."

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to call 101, contact Gwent Police via their website or sending them a direct message on social media, quoting log reference 2500171434.

As the community reels from the loss of a young life donations to the family are still being welcomed at gofundme.com/f/xxbrcf-ethan-powell.

Two men aged 40 and 37 arrested in connection with the collision have been released on conditional bail as enquiries continue.