A driver charged over the death of father-of-two and rugby referee Rhys Jenkins who was killed in a crash near Welshpool has been released from prison after a judge granted him bail.

Umar Ben Yusaf had been remanded in custody for a fortnight since his arrest for causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving while uninsured and failing to stop after a collision on Saturday, November 16.

The 33-year-old was granted bail by Judge Niclas Parry at Mold Crown Court on Monday (December 2).

He is expected to appear at another court hearing, alongside his co-accused Abubakr Ben Yusaf, in Mold on Friday, December 20.

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Both men, of Esmond Road, Manchester, were arrested and charged with causing the death of 41-year-old Rhys Jenkins who was travelling in a white Toyota Yaris with his nine-year-old son in Belan, south of Welshpool. The boy was airlifted to hospital in Liverpool for treatment on his serious injuries.

Abubakr Yusaf, 29, who faces six charges, was the driver of a red BMW X3, while Umar Yusaf, who is charged with four offences, was driving a blue Audi S4.

Abubakr Yusaf was denied bail and remanded in custody following an appearance at Welshpool Magistrates' Court on November 18.

He is also accused of causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving while uninsured and failing to stop following a collision, as well as driving while unfit through drugs, and failing to provide a specimen for analysis.

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Oswestry Rugby Club paid tribute on Sunday (December 1) to Mr Jenkins by saying that they stood shoulder to shoulder with COBRA Rugby Club to show their respects for their "much loved and respected" head coach of the under 10s team.

"Carrie, Ioan and Gruff along with his team, wider family and friends have been in our thoughts since hearing the tragic news," Oswestry RFC said.

"Rhys would have no doubt been proud of how all the players conducted themselves this morning, showing great maturity along with much passion and competitive spirit in the matches. There was some truly outstanding rugby played by both sides, so a huge well done to everyone involved.

"Players and fellow coaches lucky enough to have spent time with Rhys will have benefited from his vast experience, calm approach and enthusiasm for the game, for which he will leave a lasting legacy."

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Ysgol Gymraeg Y Trallwng shared their condolences to a "very special family who are an integral part" of the Welsh language school in Welshpool.

"[We] wish a very brave little boy a speedy recovery," the school added. 

"Also, we would like to thank everyone who has shown kindness, comfort and love to the family during this horrific time. Cwsg mewn hedd, Rhys."