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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. Search teams were called to Sarn, Bridgend, where the child was found in the River Ogmore, near Pandy Park. 2023 BBC. Mr White said 'regular contact' has been made with the boy's family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. 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 its his parents who are under arrest as well as their older child. An investigation is ongoing into the circumstances of the incident. Cole had raised him since he was nine months old and Mulligan was said to have idolised him. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. A five-year-old boy who was found dead in a river has been named by police as Logan Mwangi. A 30-year-old woman, a 39-year-old man and a boy, 13, were. 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Logan's friends were said to be "heartbroken" by his death. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Family friend Rhiannon Hales said on Facebook: 'He was a beautiful boy. As our investigation continues I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support whilst we carry out further enquiries.. He loved colouring and did all the coronavirus posters in the front window of their flat. Officers asked anyone with any information to contact them, quoting reference number 2100268674. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Fuck yes. Little Logan Mwangi was discovered in the Ogmore River after being reported. 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. Mother Lois Shepherd, 25, left a cuddly toy baby shark chosen by daughter Maisie-Rae, four. Officers were called at 5.45am to Bridgend, south Wales, to reports of a missing child. 'Logan was beyond excited - he was also so smiley. That situation would probably have been beyond the capabilities of even trained child services workers much less just a family with experience fostering. The police presence is currently centered around Lower Llansantffraid adjacent to the park. Please, A photograph of Logan Mwangi rests among floral tributes and toys in Sarn, south Wales. Logan was found dead in the river near Pandy Park where he loved to play with his friends. The Schenectady High School ninth-grader, then 14, was last seen on Nov. 25 at approximately 11:30 p.m. in the area of Riverside Park in the Stockade neighborhood, the same area where a resident . 'We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. Chief Inspector Geraint White said: "This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. South Wales Police have now named the child as five-year-old Logan Mwangi, also known as Logan Williamson, from Sarn. "We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. "It's just devastating," said Jasmine Tapner, clutching a baby in her arms. 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. We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. The force has also said it was not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. I'm [standing] by a police cordon by a bridge over the River Ogmore and the bridge is cordoned off on both sides. 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. A neighbour said: "It was a surprise when she said they were engaged because her partner wasn't around all the time. 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". White said that regular contact had been made with the boys family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. Logan Williamson was discovered in the River Ogmore close to his home in the village of Sarn near Bridgend early on Saturday, and South Wales Police officers have been questioning three people on suspicion of murder. Police have named a five-year-old boy who was found dead in a river as Logan Mwangi, also known as Logan Williamson. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Craig Mulligan was sentenced to life for murdering and dumping the body of Logan Mwangi in the River Ogmore in Bridgend. Ch Insp Geraint White had said: This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. There was also police patrolling the area as well as forensic officers at a nearby property. 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. The community's in shock.". Police and forensic officers have been searching the scene after the boy was discovered in the water. Logan's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend county in the early hours of Saturday morning. 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. 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. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. On 5.45am on Saturday, July 31, officers were called to a report of concern for a missing five-year-old in Sarn, Bridgend. The neighbour added: 'He had a lovely mischievous smile and was a cheeky chap.'. The day before the tragedy, Logan was said to have been seen kicking a football around with his stepfather on the patch of grass that separates their flat from the shallow river where he was found. The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. Officers attended and shortly after found the body of the child in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park. 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. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. He was found near Pandy Park, Sarn, Bridgend . 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. But her fianc also lived there and the couple had a baby daughter together in January last year. 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. 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. ", Neighbour Frederick Witchell, 78, said: "He seemed like such a nice little boy. With the anonymity order lifted, the full details of Mulligan's life that were shown in the trial can now be reported. He didn't really know what a pageboy was - only that it meant getting dressed up. The family is still being supported by specialist trained officers as they come to terms with the tragic incident. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. It's so sad, I can't comprehend what the family is going through. 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. Read about our approach to external linking. Three people, including a 13-year-old boy, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. 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. It made me never want to let my children out of my sight because I just didn't want anything to happen to them. DeSantis won't say he's running. A 39-year-old man, a woman aged 30, and a boy aged 13 were arrested on suspicion of murder. 'We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. The river Ogmore at Bridgend. After saying specially trained officers were supporting the family, the force said three people were being held at separate police stations. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Craig Mulligan, 14, John Cole, 40, and Angharad Williamson, 31, received life sentences after being convicted of the five-year-old boys murder. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. 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. 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. ", Another note, attached to a teddy, reads: "Thinking of you at this horrible time. Wonder how the 13 year old plays into this? The South Wales Police have confirmed they are not seeking anyone else in conjunction with the death. It takes just seconds to subscribe - simply click here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. 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. "My granddaughter is heartbroken. Detectives investigating the death of the schoolboy, also known as Logan Williamson, have seized doorbell camera footage from the family home. 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Police divers have been searching the river while forensics teams go through the house. Last modified on Fri 6 Aug 2021 13.52 EDT. I will miss your smile. DeSantis won't say he's running. "The Boys head was slightly deformed from being in the car seat for an extended period of time, 2-month-old girl dies in Corvallis, her father arrested on criminal mistreatment charge, Redmond Woman Gets 20 YRS For Sexually Abusing 6YO, Records Video Of Abuse, No Justice: Man Molested Friend's Daughter After Moving In Because Of "Unfortunate Circumstances", They're on Track to Become 'Most Hated Royals Ever', NBC Slams Couple for Taking 'No Responsibility' for Royal Rift and CNN Says Palace Must Respond. 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. So, not being a medical person, I have heard of degloving, enough to know that having it happen to the small intestine HAD to be rare. Pictures showed the doorbell camera missing from the exterior of his house, while friends revealed Logan and his family had been self-isolating for two weeks while recovering from Covid-19. Neighbours said they were woken by screams from outside the family's home on a terraced row of flats. We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. A local man said: "One of our neighbours said that the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. 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. Caroline Rees QC, prosecuting, said by this time Mulligan was already a complex, troubled and violent boy. The devices alert homeowners that somebody is at their front door by sending a notification to their phone along with a video. "Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.". "We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him.". Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. 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. Police forensics officers at a house in Sarn near Bridgend today as the investigation continues, A police car is pictured at a footpath leading to the River Ogmore in Sarn near Bridgend today, Police are seen after Logan was found dead in the Ogmore River, near Pandy Park in Bridgend, Officers were called at 5.45am on Saturday and the boy's body was found in the River Ogmore. 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. 2023 BBC. Logan and his family had recently returned from a holiday in Blackpool and contracted coronavirus during the trip. 'This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.'. Mr Cole later moved into the house following Miss Williamson's split from her first husband after less than a year of being married. Chief Inspector Geraint White said: 'This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. 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. 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. 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