Man arrested on suspicion of murder after 64-year-old's body found in house

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Officers were called to a property in Belmont Walk, Butetown shortly after 9am on Sunday (Image: Google)
Officers were called to a property in Belmont Walk, Butetown shortly after 9am on Sunday (Image: Google)

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 64-year-old man, police have said.

A 38-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the incident in Butetown, Cardiff.

South Wales Police said officers were called to a property in Belmont Walk shortly after 9am on Sunday.

Detective Chief Inspector Matt Davies, who is leading the investigation, said: "Clearly, this incident will cause shock to the close-knit community of Butetown."

"I want to assure the public that an early arrest has been made and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident."

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"The support and understanding of the local community are very much appreciated."

Police have asked that anyone with information about the case to contact them quoting occurrence number 2400056193.

Joe Smith

Crime, Murder, South Wales Police

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