"The police took the doorbell because it recorded what had happened. 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 police cordon was in place at Pandy Park throughout the weekend and remained on Monday morning, August 2. Wonder how the 13 year old plays into this? Craig Mulligan was sentenced to life for murdering and dumping the body of Logan Mwangi in the River Ogmore in Bridgend. 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 death of a five-year-old boy who was pulled from a river in Bridgend, South Wales police said. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. 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We are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.. 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 the Ogmore River in Bridgend, South Wales after he was reported missing just before 6am on Saturday. He has been described as a "kind, beautiful boy." "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 can't get our heads around it. 'This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.'. Police . She said: "He was smart, intelligent, happy, polite. "We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. That situation would probably have been beyond the capabilities of even trained child services workers much less just a family with experience fostering. 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. 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. South Wales Police have said they are not looking for anyone else 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.". A man aged 39, a 30-year-old woman and a boy aged 13 remained in police custody last night. It's very sad. He thanked members of the local community for their 'understanding and support'. ', 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. South Wales Police have now named the child as five-year-old Logan Mwangi, also known as Logan Williamson, from Sarn. South Wales police said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. Neighbours said the family had lived in the home for three years with Logan's mother as the main occupier. "We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. He was in my daughter's class for two years I think and they would be going up to big school [primary] in September.". A South Wales Police spokesman said: 'We can confirm that following reports of concerns for a missing five-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. "My granddaughter is heartbroken. On 5.45am on Saturday, July 31, officers were called to a report of concern for a missing five-year-old in Sarn, Bridgend. He was such a happy kid, always said please and thank you. 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. DeSantis won't say he's running. Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, SE1 9GF. The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. Sorry for your loss.". 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! 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. 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. 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. Neighbours said detectives had seized video from the family's doorbell camera. Officers asked anyone with any information to contact them, quoting reference number 2100268674. Little Logan Mwangi was discovered in the Ogmore River after being reported. "Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.". Emotional tributes to the boy read: "RIP little angel" and "fly high lil man". 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. 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. He didn't deserve this. 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. He thanked members of the local community for their understanding and support. Search teams were called to Sarn, Bridgend, where the child was found in the River Ogmore, near Pandy Park. 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Last modified on Fri 6 Aug 2021 13.52 EDT. 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. Logan was reported missing at around 5.45am on Saturday after neighbours heard his mum desperately shouting "the back door was open". Neighbours heard his mother desperately shouting, "the back door was open". Two adults and a teenager have been charged in connection with the death of a five-year-old in Bridgend. Childs body pulled from Ogmore River in Sarn, south Wales, on Saturday. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Tributes have been paid to the "kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever" boy, from Sarn. Logan Mwangi was found in the river near his home in Sarn, Bridgend in south Wales on Saturday morning. A five-year-old girl - who is said to have been Logan's best friend - looks at the tributes with her mother in South Wales today, Tributes left in Pandy Park in Bridgend, south Wales, near to where the five-year-old boy was found dead, A woman leaves a Bart Simpson doll today at Pandy Park in Bridgend, South Wales, following the discovery, Tributes left in Pandy Park in Bridgend, south Wales, which have been placed there today in memory of Logan, Tributes left in Pandy Park in Bridgend, south Wales, today with one saying 'fly high Logan', Mourners are pictured next to the tributes left in Sarn near Bridgend this morning following the discovery over the weekend, Police forensics officers are pictured this morning outside a pebbledash former council house in Sarn near Bridgend, A police diver comes out of the River Ogmore in Sarn near Bridgend today as officers continue their investigation, A police diver searches through the River Ogmore in Sarn today as South Wales Police officers remain at the scene, Her mother, who didn't want to be named, said: 'Logan was very smart, intelligent, happy and polite. 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. Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. On Sunday, bouquets of flowers, teddies and candles were seen on the grass at Pandy Park. 'They are good parents who love their children and bring them up well,' Miss Hales said. The South Wales Police have confirmed they are not seeking anyone else in conjunction with the death. . The mother and stepfather of a five-year-old boy found dead in a river near . 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. It's just shocking. One man claimed: "One of our neighbours said the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. 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. Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. One said: 'I think they were planning on getting married next year but they wanted to get the kids involved. Logan was found dead in the river near Pandy Park where he loved to play with his friends. 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. Police confirmed a 39-year-old man, 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of murder. Craig Mulligan, 14, John Cole, 40, and Angharad Williamson, 31, received life sentences after being convicted of the five-year-old boys murder. We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 'We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. A mother, stepfather and a teenage boy have been found guilty of murdering a five-year-old boy and dumping his body in a river. Now those same neighbours are claiming the childs parents are the ones under arrest. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. 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. Thank you for the update and welcome to the Den. Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, SE1 9GF. 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. ", Lois Sheppard, whose daughter, Maisie-Rae, left a tribute to Logan, said: "This is a tight-knit community and we're all absolutely gobsmacked. Angharad Hunt and her fiance Jay Cole pictured with Logan. As our investigation continues I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support whilst we carry out further enquiries.. Everyone is in a complete state of shock, we just can't make sense of what has happened.'. His body was found later that day in the nearby River Ogmore. The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. Those wishing to pay their respects were encouraged to place teddy bears at a lamppost and footbridge near the scene of the tragedy. A 39-year-old man, a woman aged 30, and a boy aged. The river Ogmore at Bridgend. 'They've had the drone overhead flying up and down the river and the forensics teams have been in and out of the house. Read about our approach to external linking. Read more: Five-year-old boy found dead in Bridgend river named. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. Family friend Rhiannon Hales said on Facebook: 'He was a beautiful boy. 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. An investigation is ongoing into the circumstances of the incident. Registered in England No. Logan and his family had recently returned from a holiday in Blackpool and contracted coronavirus during the trip. Officers asked anyone with any information to contact them, quoting reference number 2100268674. However, residents in the Welsh town have confirmed despite the mother screaming in the street for help she was part of a plot, it appears. The couple had been together for around three years after Miss Williamson and Logan moved to the ground-floor flat in Sarn. She said: 'I'm just shocked and gobsmacked - the is such a small community everyone is feeling the pain of what happened. 2023 BBC. They have appealed for information from anyone who has information about the hours leading up to his tragic death. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.'. The body of the youngster, who comes from Sarn, Bridgend, was found in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park after police were called to a report of a missing child in the early hours of Saturday morning. They later split but remained living in the same house with Mulligan, including while Cole began dating Williamson, who shortly afterwards became pregnant. Who has been arrested in connection with the death? According to early reports, the mother was pleading for assistance from neighbours at 5.45 AM after she noticed the back door was open. Read about our approach to external linking. Flowers and teddies have been left at Pandy Park with people continuing to pay their respects on Monday morning. It's so sad, I can't comprehend what the family is going through.'. Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.'. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Ch Insp Geraint White said: "This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. A 39-year-old man, a woman aged 30, and a boy aged 13 were arrested on suspicion of murder. This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.. 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. 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 normally see him running around here with other kids. A photograph of Logan Mwangi rests among floral tributes and toys in Sarn, south Wales. Logan's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend county in the early hours of Saturday morning, Logan's friends wrote messages to say how much they loved him, Teddies and balloons have been left in memory of the little boy, More tributes have been left near the river where Logan's body was found, Grieving neighbours and friends have described Logan as a happy little boy, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. A five-year-old boy who was found dead in a river has been named by police as Logan Mwangi. A police cordon remains in the area. 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 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. A boy was then pulled from the River Ogmore and was pronounced dead in hospital. Logan was found dead in the river near Pandy Park in Bridgend. You have been taken away too soon. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Another mum, who lives near Logan's home, said: "I know that one of the neighbour's saw a man near to the river at quarter to five in the morning. ', Messages left at the river bank include: 'Fly high Logan, sending love and kisses,' 'RIP angel' and 'Thinking of you. He was discovered in the nearby Ogmore River shortly after with three people including a 13-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder. Police are investigating how the boy ended up in the water after he was reported missing at 5.45am. He loved colouring and did all the coronavirus posters in the front window of their flat. "They'd found a small snake in their garden and wanted to know if a snake had escaped from someone's house," she said. Read about our approach to external linking. "Anyone who has any information in relation to the incident can contact the Major Crime Team directly via this public portal.". DeSantis won't say he's running. Chief Inspector Geraint White said: "This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. You are using an out of date browser. The couple had been in a relationship for around three years. Logan . He was found near Pandy Park, Sarn, Bridgend . Officers were called at 5.45am to Bridgend, south Wales, to reports of a missing child. The police said they were "not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident". Cole was told by a judge at Cardiff Crown Court that he would spend at least 29 years behind bars while Williamson would serve a minimum of 28 years custody. Have you been affected by this 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. Logan's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend county in the early hours of Saturday morning. It was. Family friends also paid tribute on social media to the "kind, funny, polite, handsome & clever" boy, who was also known as Logan Williamson. "We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. Miss Williamson, a full-time mother, attended the hospital while her fianc Jay Cole, a carer, stayed at home with their other children. ", Another added: "Logan was the cutest kid, always smiling and a real bundle of energy. One said: 'I could hear the mum screaming for her son. please someone make their body as dead as their eyes cuz if they ever had a soul it departed a long time ago..and that bitch that stood by and did nothing from the get go to protect her child should get the same as the guys. Mulligan had been in and out of foster care for several years before his stepfather, Cole, was given custody of him. 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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. It is understood Logan and his family had been self-isolating for two weeks. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. But friends said the family did not have a video doorbell. Officers attended and found the body of the child in the Ogmore River. On 5.45am on Saturday, July 31, officers were called to a report of concern for a missing five-year-old in Sarn, Bridgend. You must log in or register to reply here. Neighbours said they were woken by screams from outside the family's home on a terraced row of flats. 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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. "We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him.". 'This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.'. 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. A 30-year-old woman, a 39-year-old man and a boy, 13, were arrested after his body was found on Saturday. 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