Murder investigation after man found dead

POLICE have launched a murder investigation after the death of a 30-year-old man.

On Monday, officers were carrying out investigations in Treforest, Pontypridd. There was a large police presence and forensic examinations have been carried out at the scene.

South Wales Police received a report just before 7.55pm on Sunday that a man had been assaulted at a property on Princess Street.

Police confirmed the body of a man had been found and an investigation had been launched.

His family has been informed and police cordons were in place blocking off part of

Princess Street while enquiries continued.

Forensic teams were seen entering a property on the street and a lane behind Princess Street was also cordoned off.

Just after 5am on Monday, a police statement said: “South Wales Police is investigating the death of a man in Princess Street, Treforest, Pontypridd. His family has been informed.

“Police cordons are in place while enquiries continue. The roads will re-open at the earliest opportunity. In the meantime, the support and understanding of the local community is very much appreciated.”

Detective Superintendent Mark O’Shea, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this very difficult time, and we will continue to support them as our enquiries continue.

“It is imperative that we find out exactly what happened and

I’m appealing to the public for help.”

Police want to speak to anyone who was in the area between 7pm and 8.30pm on Sunday night and saw anything they believe may assist the investigation to get in touch.

Det Supt O’Shea added: “If you have dash cam footage, private CCTV or doorbell footage please send it in to us. We are particularly keen to have any footage along Broadway towards Pontypridd town centre.

“If you saw, or have heard anything since, no matter how insignificant you might think it is, at the very least your information could add certainty to details that we haven’t yet confirmed.”

Police said there will be an increased police presence in the area while they carry out “extensive enquiries”.

Residents reported seeing several police cars in the area on Sunday.

You can submit video footage from mobile phones, CCTV cameras, doorbells or dash-cams or information via this link for the investigation – https://mipp.police. uk/operation/62SWP23B81-PO1