Bridgend: Boy found dead in river in South Wales named as Logan Mwangi, The five-year-old boy who died was named Logan Mwangi, Toys were attached to a pole as a memorial. ", Another note, attached to a teddy, reads: "Thinking of you at this horrible time. It's all very thorough.". He added: 'We are keeping an open mind and are working hard to establish the full circumstances of his death so that we can provide answers to his family. An investigation is continuing into the circumstances of the incident, with police calling for witnesses who were in the area at 5.45am on Saturday to come forward with information about how the child ended up in the water. One tribute at the scene reads: "Dear Logan, a shining light has gone out. The mother and stepfather of a five-year-old boy found dead in a river near . It's my granddaughter and grandson's fifth birthday in a fortnight and Logan was invited," she said. Read more: Five-year-old boy found dead in Bridgend river named. The force called for anyone with any information to contact them quoting reference number 2100268674. Small toys have also been attached to a nearby post. "The mum said Logan had been self-isolating at the family home after testing positive for Covid. Another neighbour said: 'The divers have been in and out of the river for a long time now they're definitely looking for something specific. He thanked members of the local community for their understanding and support. Police divers have been at the scene on Monday, A police dive team search the river where Logan was found, Investigations into the circumstances of Logan's death continue, Floral tributes and teddy bears have been left near the river, A local woman lays flowers and a soft toy in Lower Llantsaffraid. "We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. A photo of the family home showed a strip on the doorframe where a doorbell may have been fixed. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. He thanked members of the local community for their 'understanding and support'. Such a loving lad, a kind lad. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The fun-loving boy was reported missing at 5.45am on Saturday and there were fears he had walked out of his home to the nearby river, but police became suspicious after interviewing relatives. A five-year-old boy who was found dead in a river has been named by police as Logan Mwangi. 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", Boy, 5, found dead in river named by police, Five-year-old boy dies after being found in river, Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. A date has not yet been set for an inquest into his death. Scenes of crime officers were taking photographs both outside and in the property, which is a pebbledash former council house, and some material has been removed for forensic analysis. How did Vladimir Putin lose half of Russia's elite paratroopers? One of those, Rachel John, hit out at the parents on social media with sympathy for the parents. Chief Inspector Geraint White, of South Wales Police, said: 'This is a tragic incident. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. DeSantis won't say he's running. There are a number of teddies, candles and flowers which are placed nearby, and handwritten messages with words like "RIP angel" and "fly high, little man" written on them. The child died on the last day of a two-week isolation. The police presence is currently centered around Lower Llansantffraid adjacent to the park. "The police took the doorbell because it recorded what had happened. Police are calling for witnesses who were in the area at 5.45am on Saturday to come forward with information about how the child ended up in the water. Angharad Williamson, 31, John Cole, 40, and a 14-year-old, who. ", Locals have paid their respects by leaving tributes and toys at a lamppost near where he was found. Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. We are keeping an open mind and are working hard to establish the full circumstances of his death so that we can provide answers to his family. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. 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Logan Williamson, the 5-year-old who went missing in Bridgend, South Wales and was found dead in a nearby river, has seen locals and neighbours state it's his parents who are under arrest as well as their older child. Please, A photograph of Logan Mwangi rests among floral tributes and toys in Sarn, south Wales. The following day detectives arrested two adults and a 13-year-old boy on suspicion of murder. The police enquires continue into the case whilst the South Wales Police are expected an extension to hold the 3 in custody for an extended length of time. Angharad Hunt and her fiance Jay Cole pictured with Logan. Logan Mwangi, also known as Logan Williamson, was found in the River Ogmore in Bridgend, and police continue to quiz two adults and a teenage boy over his death. . 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The neighbour added: 'He had a lovely mischievous smile and was a cheeky chap.'. As our investigation continues I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support whilst we carry out further enquiries.. By Alex Ward For The Daily Mail and Mark Duell for MailOnline, Published: 09:41 GMT, 3 August 2021 | Updated: 07:07 GMT, 4 August 2021. White said that regular contact had been made with the boys family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. Three people arrested in connection with the investigation, a 39 year-old man, a 30 year-old woman and a 13 year-old boy, remain in custody. Last modified on Fri 6 Aug 2021 13.52 EDT. Sorry for your loss.". A spokesman for South Wales Central Coroner's Office said they had been notified of the death but an inquest was not yet due to open. Search teams were called to Sarn, Bridgend, where the child was found in the River Ogmore, near Pandy Park. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. A TRAGIC five-year-old boy found dead in a river was "so excited" to be a pageboy at his mum and stepdad's wedding. South Wales police said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. Logan's mum Angharad Williamson, who gave birth to a second son in February last year, and her partner Jay Cole, a carer, became engaged less than 10 weeks ago and were planning their wedding for next year. A trial date has been set for three people charged following the death of a five-year-old boy whose body was discovered in a river in south Wales. She said: 'I'm just shocked and gobsmacked - the is such a small community everyone is feeling the pain of what happened. Chief Inspector White said 'regular contact' has been made with Logan's family, who are being supported by specialist officers. "They'd found a small snake in their garden and wanted to know if a snake had escaped from someone's house," she said. We have noticed that there is an issue with your subscription billing details. It's all very thorough.'. Three people, including a 13-year-old boy, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. "He has been named as Logan Mwangi also known as Logan Williamson from Sarn. 'They are good parents who love their children and bring them up well,' Miss Hales said. A 30-year-old woman, a 39-year-old man and a boy, 13, were arrested after his body was found on Saturday. Police say they are "keeping an open mind" as an investigation continues into the death of a five-year-old boy whose body was discovered in a river. A five-year-old boy found dead in a river was excited to be a pageboy at his mum and stepdad's upcoming wedding, say neighbours. Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. Officers are not looking for anyone else, the force said. Neighbours claimed Logan's mother and stepfather were planning on getting married after Mr Cole proposed in May. A police cordon was in place at Pandy Park throughout the weekend and remained on Monday morning, August 2. Logan and his family had recently returned from a holiday in Blackpool and contracted coronavirus during the trip. She said: "He was smart, intelligent, happy, polite. 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Logan Williamson, five, is pictured at the Ogmore River in Sarn near Bridgend where he was found dead on Saturday, Logan is pictured with his mother Angharad Williamson and stepfather Jay Cole, who is Ms Williamson's partner, 'Funny and polite' Logan was found dead in the River Ogmore with South Wales Police now having arrested three people, Police became suspicious after interviewing Logan's family at their home in Bridgend following the discovery of his body, Logan's mother Angharad Williamson and stepfather Jay Cole, who live in the village ofSarn near Bridgend, A police diver surfaces in the bank of the River Ogmore in Sarn today as the investigation continues, Officers are thought to have removed video footage from a doorbell camera on the exterior of the family home, seen today. Three people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a 5-year-old boy was found in a river in Bridgend. Wonder how the 13 year old plays into this? I will miss your smile. He added: The local neighbourhood police team will continue to support and speak to residents in the area, and I encourage people to talk to them if they have any concerns. Caroline Rees QC, prosecuting, said by this time Mulligan was already a complex, troubled and violent boy. ', Fast food lovers say Panera Bread and Shake Shack offer the WORST bang for your buck with the average cost of a meal topping $14: DailyMail.com reveals the most expensive takeout chains, 'Yankee tax': South Carolina proposes $500 fee for new residents after huge spike in migration saw more than four million people move to the Palmetto state in a decade in search of lower taxes and warmer weather, Pregnant mum is left in tears after her $66 baby shower cake arrives looking very different than expected, 'Won't somebody think of the fentanyl dealers?' Police have named a five-year-old boy who was found dead in a river as Logan Mwangi, also known as Logan Williamson. Another neighbour said: "The divers have been in and out of the river for a long time now they're definitely looking for something specific. Br prepared to be disgusted at the fake acting of the mother that starts arounf the 18 minute mark. People living nearby have spoken of their shock at Logan's death. Something went wrong, please try again later. There was also police patrolling the area as well as forensic officers at a nearby property. Police had been called to a report of a missing child at 5.45am on July 31. We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. Cole had raised him since he was nine months old and Mulligan was said to have idolised him. A five-year-old boy found dead in a river in South Wales has been named as Logan Mwangi, as tributes were paid after two adults and a teenager were arrested on suspicion of his murder. The force has also said it was not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. Mr White said 'regular contact' has been made with the boy's family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. Please, The subscription details associated with this account need to be updated. Bridgend river death: Boy, 5, named as Logan Mwangi 2 August 2021 A 39-year-old man, a 30-year-old woman and a 13-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of Logan's murder A five-year-old. "We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. No more details about the circumstances surrounding the death have been released. But friends said the family did not have a video doorbell. Family friends said they received a phone call on Saturday morning from Logan's distraught mother. Logan, who was found dumped in a river in South Wales, was said to have injuries similar to victims of high-speed crashes or someone who had fallen from a height. A family friend said Logan was "He was funny, polite, handsome and clever. One man claimed: "One of our neighbours said the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. The boy was from Bridgend. He was taken to Princess of Wales Hospital where it was confirmed the child had died. Logan was found dead in the river near Pandy Park where he loved to play with his friends. Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.. This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.. South Wales Police can confirm that following reports of concerns for a missing 5 year old boy in Sarn, Bridgend, and the subsequent finding of the body in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park, three people have been arrested. A 30-year-old woman, a 39-year-old man and a boy, 13, were. Family friends paid tribute online to the 'kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever' boy. DeSantis won't say he's running. Logan was taken to Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend, where it was confirmed that he had died. He was in the same school as my daughter and for the last few weeks he had Covid and was self isolating. One said: 'I think they were planning on getting married next year but they wanted to get the kids involved. She also said blue was Logan's favourite colour and he was good at playing hide-and-seek. He was lovely - he had a smile that would light up the world.'. One woman, who asked not to be named, said Logan was her daughter's best friend. "Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.". ", Lois Sheppard, whose daughter, Maisie-Rae, left a tribute to Logan, said: "This is a tight-knit community and we're all absolutely gobsmacked. Childs body pulled from Ogmore River in Sarn, south Wales, on Saturday. The couple had been together for around three years after Miss Williamson and Logan moved to the ground-floor flat in Sarn. It's very sad. Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.'. Logan - who was also known as Logan Williamson - was found in the river and taken to Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend where it was confirmed he had died. A man aged 39, a 30-year-old woman and a boy aged 13 remained in police custody last night. He has been described as a "kind, beautiful boy." We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. "We are keeping an open mind and are working hard to establish the full circumstances of his death so that we can provide answers to his family. The force said it was not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. Today, police widened the search area of the Ogmore River with divers spending a fourth day scouring the water and its banks after taping off another stretch. Logan's friends were said to be "heartbroken" by his death. San Francisco's woke public defender is slammed for condemning plans to deport opioid pushers ravaging city, Elon Musk claims US media is 'racist against whites and Asians' and appears to back Dilbert creator who warned people to 'stay the f**k away from blacks' - as WaPo and NY Times drop comic strip, Ohio mother and father are arrested after BOTH their twin newborns were found with multiple broken bones cops say were caused by abuse, The 15 best high-tech gadgets on Amazon for under $50 from a 'smart' eye-mask that beams white noise into your ears to a remote cat feeder, SAG Awards' best dressed stars! 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