Hundreds of tributes have been paid to a popular taxi driver who has been named locally as the victim of a crash near Tenby.

Chris Boil – known as Mukka – was one of the Tenby area’s best-known taxi drivers.

He lost his life on Monday evening (September 2) in the two-vehicle collision on the A4139 Penally by-pass.

Although police are yet to confirm that Mr Boil died in the crash, floral tributes to the cabbie have been left at the scene. 

Customers and fellow drivers have been left shocked and saddened at the loss of Mr Boil, who lived in Kilgetty, describing him as "one in a million", "such a gent" and "the nicest guy ever".

People have been particularly appreciative of the way he ensured they – or their family members – got home safely, with one posting: “You were so much more than just a taxi driver, a friend to so many."

Tenby Taxis’ Tim Lemon said in a Facebook tribute on Tuesday: "Yesterday, as a taxi community we lost one of the best. The kindest, funniest, most genuine, helpful taxi driver ever.

"We are all heartbroken, saddened and in total disbelief at the loss of our colleague and dear friend.

"Chris was such a character and totally irreplaceable.

"He would help anybody for any reason at any time, he was such a gentleman, always smiling always happy and always very good to everyone he met.

"We love you, we will miss you.

"The one and only Chris Boil (aka Mukka Boy).”

Flowers and a black cross were amongst the first tributes to be placed at the scene of the crash.Flowers and a black cross were amongst the first tributes to be placed at the scene of the crash. (Image: Gareth Davies Photography)

And Crow Cabs said: "We are so saddened to hear of the passing of our good friend and fellow cabbie Chris Boil - Mukka Boy.

"Always smiling and supporting all locals in their businesses, nothing was ever too much for him.

"Thinking of his family at this sad time. R.I.P Mukka boy. You will be truly missed mate.

"Keep that blue light shining."

A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “Police are investigating a two-vehicle road traffic collision which occurred at about 10.15pm on Monday, September 2.

“A silver Volkswagen and a brown BMW were involved in the collision on the A4139 between Tenby and Penally, near the junction to School Lane.

“Sadly, one person died at the scene. The family have been advised and are being supported by specialist officers.

“One person was taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening."

Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact police on 101 and quote reference number 405 of Monday, September 2.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.