The neighbour added: 'He had a lovely mischievous smile and was a cheeky chap.'. 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. Police seize doorbell footage after 'murder' of Australian woman is raped and murdered while hiking up a Man, 56, who 'murdered and dismembered his retired surgeon King Charles hosts von der Leyen at Windsor Castle, Pupils take to TikTok as they stage protest at Shenfield High School, Gabor Mat: No Jewish state without oppressing local population, Putin spy plane before being 'destroyed by pro-Ukraine Belarus group', Amplified jet stream could lead to 'disruptive snow in places', Shocking video shows machete fight in broad daylight, Putin orders intelligence service to find 'scum' who oppose him, Moment supermarket cashier is attacked at work in New York, Dashcam captures moment two cars collide on a roundabout, Do not sell or share my personal information. The community's in shock.". Neighbours claimed Logan's mother and stepfather were planning on getting married after Mr Cole proposed in May. He loved colouring and did all the coronavirus posters in the front window of their flat. A man aged 39, a 30-year-old woman and a boy aged 13 remained in police custody last night. There are eight posters in the downstairs widow of the property supporting the NHS and urging people to wash their hands and stay safe during the pandemic. No more details about the circumstances surrounding the death have been released. Jennifer Coolidge, 61, looks like a blonde bombshell in low-cut black dress as she joins White Lotus stars at SAG Awards, What the frock were they thinking? 'We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. 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. Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. The couple had been in a relationship for around three years. A five-year-old boy who was found dead in a river has been named by police as Logan Mwangi. He didn't deserve this. He was taken to the Princess of Wales Hospital in the . Please, The subscription details associated with this account need to be updated. Zendaya comes up roses in spectacular pink gown as she joins glamorous Jessica Chastain, Angela Bassett and Aubrey Plaza on red carpet in Los Angeles, Emily Blunt looks incredible in a red figure hugging gown as she cosies up to husband John Krasinski on the red carpet, Aubrey Plaza flashes the flesh in a daring gold gown that shows off her toned midriff ahead of her presenting duties at theSAG Awards in LA, Slippery steps! 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A 39-year-old man, 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy, all from the Bridgend area, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in police custody. Mother Lois Shepherd, 25, left a cuddly toy baby shark chosen by daughter Maisie-Rae, four. "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 girl's mum said: "He just seemed really happy and a good boy. 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The mother and stepfather of a five-year-old boy found dead in a river near . Pic: Wales News Service, Well-wishers were asked to leave teddy bears at the scene, Lots of people have left notes, cards and gifts for the five-year-old, Someone left a drawing from another child at the scene, Another person left a specially-made bear, The five-year-old boy's body was found in the river in the early hours of Saturday. Prince Andrew offered Frogmore Cottage - reports, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Eli Lilly caps monthly insulin costs in US at $35. 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. One mother described Logan, who was also known as Logan Mwangi, as 'very smart' and 'happy' - and told of the boy having a 'smile that would light up the world'. The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.. Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.. ", A woman, 30, a man, 39, and a boy, 13, have been arrested on a suspicion of murder following the death of five-year-old Logan Mwangi. A 39 year male, 30 year female and 13 year old male, all from the Bridgend [] Logan's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend in the early hours of Saturday morning. Neighbours said that Logan was "beyond excited" about taking part in the wedding and dressing up for the big day. It's very sad. Local school mothers asked people to pay their respects by placing teddy bears at a lamp post and footbridge in the park close to where Logan was found. Logan Williamson's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend, South Wales after he was reported missing just before 6am on Saturday. You can now get all of the need-to-know news sent straight to your inbox by signing up for our free WalesOnline newsletter. Logan was reported missing around 5.45am on Saturday. We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. It's so sad, I can't comprehend what the family is going through. Missing Logan Mwangi was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend, South Wales, and police have charged a man with murder and a woman and a 13-year-old with perverting the course of justice If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. The murder investigation has shocked the community and police say they understand locals want answers about how Logan died. Anyone who has any information in relation to the incident can contact the Major Crime Team directly via this portal link or via one of the following means quoting reference number 2100268674. On Saturday, Chief Inspector Geraint White said detectives were keeping an open mind about what happened. He thanked members of the local community for their "understanding and support". "They've had the drone overhead flying up and down the river and the forensics teams have been in and out of the house. Family friends said they received a phone call on Saturday morning from Logan's distraught mother. Can they sue child services for not listening to their concerns about the murderous little shit? He was found near Pandy Park, Sarn, Bridgend . He was discovered in the nearby Ogmore River shortly after with three people including a 13-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder. To get the latest email updates from WalesOnline click here. Family friends said they received a phone call on Saturday morning from Logan's distraught mother Angharad Williamson to say he had been taken to the nearby Prince of Wales Hospital in Bridgend. Logan Williamson's body was found in River Ogmore close to home in Sarn near Bridgend, South Wales Police arrest man, 39, woman, 30, and boy, 13, on suspicion of murder after the discovery on. A neighbour said that Logan (pictured) was 'the kindest boy you could meet' and 'always looked so happy', Logan's mother Angharad Williamson and stepfather Jay Cole, who live in the village ofSarn near Bridgend, Tributes left at the scene in the Sarn area of Bridgend, South Wales, today near to where five-year-old Logan was found dead, A tributes to Logan left at the scene in the Sarn area of Bridgend today as police continue their investigation, A police officer stands outside a house in Sarn today as the investigation into the death of Logan Williamson continues, A photo of Logan Williamson is left today amongst the floral tributes near the scene where his body was today. The police took the doorbell.". South Wales Police said that it was called to a report of concern for a missing five-year-old at 5.45am on Saturday July 31. 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. "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. We got up Saturday and there was police outside the house. "My granddaughter is heartbroken. 'They are good parents who love their children and bring them up well,' Miss Hales said. The schoolboy who was also known as Logan Williamson was reported missing at around 5.45am on Saturday and when police attended the home they found his body in the River Ogmore, very close to the propertys front door. The police presence is currently centered around Lower Llansantffraid adjacent to the park. 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. "I think they were planning on getting married next year but they wanted to get the kids involved. The South Wales Police have confirmed they are not seeking anyone else in conjunction with the death. Read about our approach to external linking. One said: 'I could hear the mum screaming for her son. How did Vladimir Putin lose half of Russia's elite paratroopers? It's my granddaughter and grandson's fifth birthday in a fortnight and Logan was invited," she said. By Mark Duell and Tom Bedford For Mailonline, Published: 03:19 EST, 2 August 2021 | Updated: 12:07 EST, 2 August 2021. On Saturday night, Chief Inspector Geraint White said: Our condolences go out to the family of the young boy and our thoughts are with them. Officers attended and found the body of the child in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park. Now those same neighbours are claiming the childs parents are the ones under arrest. 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The boy, named locally as Logan. The child has been named by police as Logan Mwangi also known as Logan Williamson. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee to sign bill making public drag shows a felony, despite photo of him wearing women's clothes surfacing. Read more: Five-year-old boy found dead in Bridgend river named. Officers asked anyone with any information to contact them, quoting reference number 2100268674. 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. One tribute at the scene reads: "Dear Logan, a shining light has gone out. Cole had raised him since he was nine months old and Mulligan was said to have idolised him. "This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.". The elderly couple, who have taken 80 children into their semi-detached home in South Wales, said the teenager who killed Logan Mwangi was 'far and away' the worst. The mother and stepfather of a five-year-old boy found dead in a river near his home are good parents who love their children, friends in the community have said. He was kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever. We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. 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. A 39-year-old man, a 30-year-old woman and a 13-year-old boy, all from the Bridgend area, are being held in connection with the death, South Wales Police said on Sunday evening. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The body of a five-year-old boy was found in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park. Neighbours speculated yesterday that police had removed a video doorbell as part of the search for evidence. Craig Mulligan was sentenced to life for murdering and dumping the body of Logan Mwangi in the River Ogmore in Bridgend. Police divers have been searching the river while forensics teams go through the house. South Wales Police have now named the child as five-year-old Logan Mwangi, also known as Logan Williamson, from Sarn. 'Logan was beyond excited - he was also so smiley. Police had been called to a report of a missing child at 5.45am on July 31. Read about our approach to external linking. We are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.. Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, SE1 9GF. The boy was found in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park, in the Sarn area of Bridgend, on Saturday. According to early reports, the mother was pleading for assistance from neighbours at 5.45 AM after she noticed the back door was open. 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. A spokesperson for South Wales Police said on Monday: "Detectives are continuing to investigate the death of a five year-old boy in Sarn, Bridgend. One man claimed: "One of our neighbours said the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. She also said blue was Logan's favourite colour and he was good at playing hide-and-seek. Logan Williamson, from Wales, was found dead after police were called to reports of a missing child at around 5.45am on Saturday and pulled his body from the River Ogmore in Sarn, Bridgend. Specialist officers were seen searching the river banks after taping off another stretch. She said Logan was a "loving boy, always chatty, smiley when you walked past the house". The devices alert homeowners that somebody is at their front door by sending a notification to their phone along with a video. The child was was named today as 'funny and polite' Logan Williamson as South Wales Police said they were still questioning a 39-year-old man, a 30-year-old woman and a 13-year-old boy on suspicion of the boy's murder after after his body was found in the River Ogmore close to his home in the village of Sarn near Bridgend. MATTHEW HORWOOD/GETTY IMAGES. "If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. We would request that respect is extended to all those involved, and that people do not speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. Thank you for the update and welcome to the Den. South Wales Police said a 39-year-old man, a 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy had been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody. We are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.'. 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