Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. 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. Officers are not looking for anyone else over the incident. I will miss your smile. 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One man claimed: "One of our neighbours said the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. ', Another friend in Sarn, Bridgend, said: 'Logan was the cutest kid, always smiling and a real bundle of energy. The South Wales Police have confirmed they are not seeking anyone else in conjunction with the death. "We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. 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 three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. ", Neighbour Frederick Witchell, 78, said: "He seemed like such a nice little boy. That situation would probably have been beyond the capabilities of even trained child services workers much less just a family with experience fostering. Police are investigating how the boy ended up in the water after he was reported missing at 5.45am. 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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. There was also police patrolling the area as well as forensic officers at a nearby property. "We can't get our heads around it. ", Another note, attached to a teddy, reads: "Thinking of you at this horrible time. He didn't really know what a pageboy was - only that it meant getting dressed up. 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. 'My little girl is also five and she loved Logan, they were like little boyfriend and girlfriend together. 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. 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. He didn't really know what a pageboy was - only that it meant getting dressed up. Police had been called to a report of a missing child at 5.45am on July 31. 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. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. ", Another added: "Logan was the cutest kid, always smiling and a real bundle of energy. The body of Logan Mwangi, from Sarn, was found in the River Ogmore near Pandy Park on . Ch Insp Geraint White said: "This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. Little Logan Mwangi was discovered in the Ogmore River after being reported. He didn't deserve this. It's my granddaughter and grandson's fifth birthday in a fortnight and Logan was invited," she said. 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. Neighbours paid tribute to Logan, leaving toys and messages in front of his house. 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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. Neighbours claimed Logan's mother and stepfather were planning on getting married after Mr Cole proposed in May. It's so sad, I can't comprehend what the family is going through.'. Specialist officers were seen searching the river banks after taping off another stretch. A 39-year-old man, a woman aged 30, and a boy aged 13 were arrested on suspicion of murder. "We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. "We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. Logan Williamson's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend, South Wales after he was reported missing just before 6am on Saturday. 'We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. Officers were called at 5.45am to Bridgend, south Wales, to reports of a missing child. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. A family friend said Logan was "He was funny, polite, handsome and clever. Mr White said "regular contact" has been made with the boy's family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. 'I'm shocked and just devastated by what's happened, he called me Auntie Rhi, but Logan was like my own little boy. "Logan was beyond excited - he was also so smiley. The child has been named by police as Logan Mwangi also known as Logan Williamson. It has shocked Sarn this, people are reeling from it.". South Wales Police have said they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the death. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, 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. He was in my daughter's class for two years I think and they would be going up to big school [primary] in September.". It's just shocking. 2023 BBC. On Monday afternoon, police divers were in the river. 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. Mother Lois Shepherd, 25, left a cuddly toy baby shark chosen by daughter Maisie-Rae, four. He was kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever. Tributes have been made to the youngster, who loved Teletubbies and the Lion King, with flowers, teddy bears and other cuddly toys laid at the riverside park. ', A neighbour said that Logan, also known as Logan Mwangi, was 'the kindest boy you could meet' and 'always looked so happy'. You can now get all of the need-to-know news sent straight to your inbox by signing up for our free WalesOnline newsletter. Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. Send a private message on Facebook/Twitter, Via email: SWP101@south-wales.police.uk. A five-year-old boy found dead in a river was excited to be a pageboy at his mum and stepdad's upcoming wedding, say neighbours. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. He was lovely - he had a smile that would light up the world.'. Logan was taken to Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend, where it was confirmed that he had died. South Wales Police have now named the child as five-year-old Logan Mwangi, also known as Logan Williamson, from Sarn. Police confirmed a 39-year-old man, 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of murder. 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. It takes just seconds to subscribe - simply click here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. Two adults and a teenager have been charged in connection with the death of a five-year-old in Bridgend. A 39 year male, 30 year female and 13 year old male, all from the Bridgend [] You have been taken away too soon. One of Logan's classmates came with her parents to pay tribute to the five-year-old who she said "liked Spiderman". 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. A photograph of Logan Mwangi rests among floral tributes and toys in Sarn, south Wales. 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. Family friend Rhiannon Hales said on Facebook: 'He was a beautiful boy. It's all very thorough.". ', 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. 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. This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death. 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. A 39-year-old man, 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy, all from the Bridgend area, are currently in police custody, South Wales Police said in an update on Sunday night, August 1. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. A five-year-old boy found dead in a river was excited to be a pageboy at his mum and stepdad's upcoming wedding, say neighbours. Have you been affected by this story? Kaylea Titford: Father jailed for more than 7 years over obese daughter's manslaughter - as mother gets 6 years, St David's Day: Wales celebrates its patron saint in annual celebrations, Wales' nurses could go on strike again after union rejects Welsh government's pay offer, Someone left a child's drawing which said, "Logan I love you", while another card read, "Fly high Logan.". Officers were called to an incident at Pandy Park, Bridgend at 5.45am today (Saturday July 31). It's so sad, I can't comprehend what the family is going through. Officers attended and found the body of the child in the Ogmore River. 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. What's he waiting for? This is what they say about degloving and small intestines: A teenager who took part in the ferocious murder with his step-parents of his five-year-old stepbrother has been named for the first time as he was detained for life for murder. The following day detectives arrested two adults and a 13-year-old boy on suspicion of murder. He loved colouring and did all the coronavirus posters in the front window of their flat. MATTHEW HORWOOD/GETTY IMAGES. "Anyone who has any information in relation to the incident can contact the Major Crime Team directly via this public portal.". The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. 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. 894646. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. 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. Neighbours said that Logan was "beyond excited" about taking part in the wedding and dressing up for the big day. "If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. Tributes have been paid to the "kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever" boy, from Sarn. She said: 'I'm just shocked and gobsmacked - the is such a small community everyone is feeling the pain of what happened. 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. On 5.45am on Saturday, July 31, officers were called to a report of concern for a missing five-year-old in Sarn, Bridgend. 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! The family is still being supported by specialist trained officers as they come to terms with the tragic incident. A photo of the family home showed a strip on the doorframe where a doorbell may have been fixed. She also said blue was Logan's favourite colour and he was good at playing hide-and-seek. Neighbours said detectives had seized video from the family's doorbell camera. Three people, including a 13-year-old boy, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. 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. ', 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. A local man said: "One of our neighbours said that the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. White said that regular contact had been made with the boys family, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. 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. He thanked members of the local community for their understanding and support. Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. Wonder how the 13 year old plays into this? Those wanting to pay their respects were encouraged to place teddy bears at a lamppost and footbridge near where his body was found. 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. She said Logan was a "loving boy, always chatty, smiley when you walked past the house". Childs body pulled from Ogmore River in Sarn, south Wales, on Saturday. Everyone is in a complete state of shock, we can't make sense of what has happened. Small toys have also been attached to a nearby post. The river Ogmore at Bridgend. The community's in shock.". Flowers and teddies have been left at Pandy Park with people continuing to pay their respects on Monday 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. The girl's mum said: "He just seemed really happy and a good boy. South Wales police said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. ', 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. Local people pay their respects in Lower Llantsaffraid, (Image: Dimitris Legakis/Athena Pictures), Logan Williamson has been named locally as the five-year-old, Tributes have been paid to the boy, named locally as Logan Williamson, near where he was found in Bridgend, The youngster was reported missing at around 5.45am on Saturday. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. Police divers have been searching the river while forensics teams go through the house. With the anonymity order lifted, the full details of Mulligan's life that were shown in the trial can now be reported. 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. Chief Inspector Geraint White, of South Wales Police, said: 'This is a tragic incident. 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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. The distraught mother of a five-year-old boy whose body was found in a river over the weekend collapsed when doctors told her he could not be saved, family friends have revealed. 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. The force said it was not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. Cole had raised him since he was nine months old and Mulligan was said to have idolised him. #UPDATE | Detectives are continuing to investigate the death of a five year-old boy in #Sarn, #Bridgend. Ian Tapner added: "It's such a sad loss of a young lad - he had a bright future ahead of him. 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. 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. Logan was reported missing around 5.45am on Saturday. Detectives investigating the death of the schoolboy, also known as Logan Williamson, have seized doorbell camera footage from the family home. 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'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. According to ncbi.nlm.nih. The police took the doorbell.". 'This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death.'. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Retired Teacher Stuart Pitt Jailed Over Indecent Images For Second Time , Logan Williamson Tributes Pour In After the 5 Year Old Found Dead In Bridgend River, Electrical fires can cause devastating damage, Fed Up Yeovil Town FC Fans Prepare To Storm Club Board Room With Speculation Rife, Discover how Artificial Intelligence is applied in Online Casino gaming. 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. 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