In a later update, police said they were "keeping an open mind" to investigate the full circumstances around the incident. The foster parents of the teenager who murdered five-year-old Logan Mwangi have told how they lived in fear while the 'little monster' was in their care. "The boy was really sweet. A police cordon was in place at Pandy Park throughout the weekend and remained on Monday morning, August 2. The police took the doorbell.". Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.'. 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. Mother Lois Shepherd, 25, left a cuddly toy baby shark chosen by daughter Maisie-Rae, four. "They'd found a small snake in their garden and wanted to know if a snake had escaped from someone's house," she said. The force called for anyone with any information to contact them quoting reference number 2100268674. . ', Messages left at the river bank include: 'Fly high Logan, sending love and kisses,' 'RIP angel' and 'Thinking of you. "We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. Officers have . Small toys have also been attached to a nearby post. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The devices alert homeowners that somebody is at their front door by sending a notification to their phone along with a video. One woman, who asked not to be named, said Logan was her daughter's best friend. Neighbours said they were woken by screams from outside the family's home on a terraced row of flats. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. He thanked members of the local community for their 'understanding and support'. He didn't really know what a pageboy was - only that it meant getting dressed up. ", Another note, attached to a teddy, reads: "Thinking of you at this horrible time. ", 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. Who has been arrested in connection with the death? "The tragic death of this young child has saddened us all, but Sarn remains a very close, tight-knit community and residents are looking out for one another even as they offer South Wales Police full support in their ongoing investigations.". The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. 'I'm shocked and just devastated by what's happened, he called me Auntie Rhi, but Logan was like my own little boy. Last modified on Fri 6 Aug 2021 13.52 EDT. Miss Williamson, a full-time mother, attended the hospital while her fianc Jay Cole, a carer, stayed at home with their other children. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. ", Aled Young, 41, added: "We want to honour this little character. 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. MATTHEW HORWOOD/GETTY IMAGES. As our investigation continues I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support whilst we carry out further enquiries.. Huw David, leader of Bridgend council, said: "People throughout Bridgend county borough have been devastated by this shocking news. "He has been named as Logan Mwangi also known as Logan Williamson from Sarn. The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. 'Logan was beyond excited - he was also so smiley. Logan and his family had recently returned from a holiday in Blackpool and contracted coronavirus during the trip. He was discovered in the nearby Ogmore River shortly after with three people including a 13-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder. Neighbour Teresa Mason said Logan and his mum had knocked on her mother's door recently to ask if they had lost a pet snake. Angharad Williamson, 31, John Cole, 40, and a 14-year-old, who. Mulligan carried out the fatal assault on Logan with his stepfather John Cole, 40, in the flat where they lived in Lower Llansantffraid, Sarn, while his stepmother and the youngsters biological mother Angharad Williamson, 31, stood by and did nothing. 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, Toys, floral tributes and a photo of Logan have been placed at the scene, Logan has been described as "kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever", A police cordon is in place at a bridge over the River Ogmore, Police are appealing for anyone with information about Logan's death to come forward, There are lots of tributes near the Ogmore River where Logan's body was found, Cuddly toys have been left at the scene by members of the public, Handwritten messages have been attached to some of the bears left in tribute to Logan, At the scene, BBC Wales reporter Stephen Fairclough, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. 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. But friends said the family did not have a video doorbell. 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. ', Tributes left at the scene in the Sarn area of Bridgend today, near to where five-year-old Logan was found dead, A police officer at a cordon near the scene in Sarn today as the investigation continues. Mr Cole later moved into the house following Miss Williamson's split from her first husband after less than a year of being married. Neighbours said detectives had seized video from the family's doorbell camera. "The mum said Logan had been self-isolating at the family home after testing positive for Covid. Read about our approach to external linking. Please, The subscription details associated with this account need to be updated. 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. Police . A 39-year-old man, a woman aged 30, and a boy aged. 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"My granddaughter is heartbroken. A man aged 39, a 30-year-old woman and a boy aged 13 remained in police custody last night. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. White said that regular contact had been made with the boys family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. 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. Thank you for the update and welcome to the Den. A date has not yet been set for an inquest into his death. He had a smile that lit up the world. They later split but remained living in the same house with Mulligan, including while Cole began dating Williamson, who shortly afterwards became pregnant. Angharad Hunt and her fiance Jay Cole pictured with Logan. Logan was taken to Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend, where it was confirmed that he had died. Logan's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend county in the early hours of Saturday morning. #UPDATE | Detectives are continuing to investigate the death of a five year-old boy in #Sarn, #Bridgend. Although he spoke fondly of his stepfather, stepmother and youngest sibling, the family said they noticed he would only refer to Logan as the five-year-old, and spoke of wanting to kill the five-year-old. It's so sad, I can't comprehend what the family is going through. We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. "They've had the drone overhead flying up and down the river and the forensics teams have been in and out of the house. I will miss your smile. It's my granddaughter and grandson's fifth birthday in a fortnight and Logan was invited," she said. The South Wales Police have confirmed they are not seeking anyone else in conjunction with the death. He was in my daughter's class for two years I think and they would be going up to big school [primary] in September.". He didn't deserve this. Sorry for your loss.". 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. Logan's best friend from school, a five-year-old girl, arrived at the scene with her tearful mother to lay a card saying 'I love you' on the heap of cuddly toys and flowers. ', A neighbour said that Logan, also known as Logan Mwangi, was 'the kindest boy you could meet' and 'always looked so happy'. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. His body was found later that day in the nearby River Ogmore. DeSantis won't say he's running. The child has been named by police as Logan Mwangi also known as Logan Williamson. A 39-year-old man, a woman aged 30, and a boy aged. 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. 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 are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. The river Ogmore at Bridgend. Send a private message on Facebook/Twitter, Via email: SWP101@south-wales.police.uk. On 5.45am on Saturday, July 31, officers were called to a report of concern for a missing five-year-old in Sarn, Bridgend. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, SE1 9GF. We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. ', A mother of two who drove two miles to the scene said through tears: 'I didn't know the little boy and his family but I felt I had to come. The following day detectives arrested two adults and a 13-year-old boy on suspicion of murder. A 30-year-old woman, a 39-year-old man and a boy, 13, were arrested after his body was found on Saturday. South Wales Police posted an update on Sunday night, August 1, announcing the arrests and said they were not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. "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. Bridgend river death: Friends of boy, 5, 'heartbroken' Classmates of a five-year-old boy found dead in a river have described him as a "happy boy" who "liked Spiderman" and "playing hide and seek". We have been in regular contact with the family throughout today, and will ensure they are promptly updated of any significant developments. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. Officers are not looking for anyone else, the force said. Chief Inspector Geraint White, of South Wales Police, said: 'This is a tragic incident. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Little Logan Mwangi was discovered in the Ogmore River after being reported. A 30-year-old woman, a 39-year-old man and a boy, 13, were. He was in the same school as my daughter and for the last few weeks he had Covid and was self isolating. The body of Logan Mwangi, from Sarn, was found in the River Ogmore near Pandy Park on . 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. The child died on the last day of a two-week isolation. What's he waiting for? The boy, named locally as Logan. 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She said Logan was a "loving boy, always chatty, smiley when you walked past the house". Tributes have been paid to the "kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever" boy, from Sarn. It takes just seconds to subscribe - simply click here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. He was such a happy kid, always said please and thank you. A boy was then pulled from the River Ogmore and was pronounced dead in hospital. We have noticed that there is an issue with your subscription billing details. Officers attended and found the body of the child in the Ogmore River. 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. 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. The police said they were "not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident". You must log in or register to reply here. 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. Ian Tapner added: "It's such a sad loss of a young lad - he had a bright future ahead of him. An investigation is ongoing into the circumstances of the incident. Police confirmed a 39-year-old man, 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of murder. 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. "Logan was beyond excited - he was also so smiley. Logan Williamson is pictured with his mother Angharad Williamson and stepfather Jay Cole, who is Miss Williamson's partner, Logan Williamson, five, is pictured at the Ogmore River in Sarn near Bridgend where he was found dead on Saturday, Floral tributes near the scene where the body of five-year-old Logan Williamson was found in Sarn, Bridgend, pictured today, A police officer near the scene today after Logan was found in the Ogmore River in the early hours of Saturday morning, Police tape at a property in the Sarn area of Bridgend this morning, near to where five-year-old Logan was found dead. A 14-year-old charged with the killing of, The 14-year-old has been charged, along with Logans mother Angharad Williamson and stepfather John Cole, with the killing and perverting the course of justice in the Logan Mwangi murder trial, All three (mum, step-dad and the 14yr boy) have been found guilty of murdering of this poor lad. Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.'. Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. "Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.". A 39-year-old man, a 30-year-old woman and a 13-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the boy's death, South Wales Police said. 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. On Saturday, Chief Inspector Geraint White said detectives were keeping an open mind about what happened. Br prepared to be disgusted at the fake acting of the mother that starts arounf the 18 minute mark. DeSantis won't say he's running. Ch Insp Geraint White had said: This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. It made me never want to let my children out of my sight because I just didn't want anything to happen to them. Bridgend: Tributes to boy found dead in river, Logan is seen with his mum Angharad Williamson and her fiance Jay Cole, Logan was remembered as a "happy" and "polite" young boy, Forensic officers carry out a search along the River Ogmore in Bridgend, Police have been searching the family home in the Sarn area of Bridgend. Family friend Rhiannon Hales said on Facebook: 'He was a beautiful boy. He was found near Pandy Park, Sarn, Bridgend . "We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. It's all very thorough.'. 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. Logan was reported missing at around 5.45am on Saturday after neighbours heard his mum desperately shouting "the back door was open". 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. 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. We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. 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. Logan was found dead in the river near Pandy Park in Bridgend. No more details about the circumstances surrounding the death have been released. He added "regular contact" had been made with the boy's family, who were being supported by specialist trained officers. Floral tributes near the scene where the body of five-year-old Logan Williamson was found in Sarn, pictured today, Tributes left at the scene in the Sarn area of Bridgend today as the South Wales Police investigation continues, The body of five-year-old Logan Williamson was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend in the early hours of Saturday morning. Craig Mulligan was sentenced to life for murdering and dumping the body of Logan Mwangi in the River Ogmore in Bridgend. 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. Officers were called to an incident at Pandy Park, Bridgend at 5.45am today (Saturday July 31). Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. Logan's body was discovered near Pandy Park following reports of concerns for a missing five-year-old in the Sarn area of Bridgend at 05:45 BST on Saturday. 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. Email webnews@mirror.co.uk. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. He was taken to Princess of Wales Hospital where it was confirmed the child had died. 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. Specialist officers were seen searching the river banks after taping off another stretch. 894646. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. ", Locals have paid their respects by leaving tributes and toys at a lamppost near where he was found. One of Logan's classmates came with her parents to pay tribute to the five-year-old who she said "liked Spiderman". 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. The murder investigation has shocked the community and police say they understand locals want answers about how Logan died. Mother Lois Shepherd, 25, left a cuddly toy baby shark chosen by daughter Maisie-Rae, four. 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. Officers attended and shortly after found the body of the child in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park. Everyone is in a complete state of shock, we just can't make sense of what has happened.'. Mr White said "regular contact" has been made with the boy's family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. Neighbours said that Logan was "beyond excited" about taking part in the wedding and dressing up for the big day. Logan was reported missing around 5.45am on Saturday. Search teams were called to Sarn, Bridgend, where the child was found in the River Ogmore, near Pandy Park. Ceri, who has lived in Sarn for 53 years, said her grandchildren attended Tondu reception class with Logan and they would have been starting in Tondu Primary School in September. He was lovely - he had a smile that would light up the world.'. It is not yet known the relationship between those arrested and the boy. It's all very thorough.". We got up Saturday and there was police outside the house. "If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. She also said blue was Logan's favourite colour and he was good at playing hide-and-seek. Police are believed to have removed video footage from a doorbell camera as neighbours said they heard a mother screaming 'the back door was open' before afive-year-old boy was found dead in a river. ", Another added: "Logan was the cutest kid, always smiling and a real bundle of energy. 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. All 3 got murder! Police divers have been searching the river while forensics teams go through the house. ", Neighbour Frederick Witchell, 78, said: "He seemed like such a nice little boy. A 39-year-old man, a woman aged 30, and a boy aged 13 were arrested on suspicion of murder. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. South Wales police said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. 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? A happy-go-lucky child.". 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. Neighbours speculated yesterday that police had removed a video doorbell as part of the search for evidence. A five-year-old boy who was found dead in a river has been named by police as Logan Mwangi. 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. 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