Murder investigation launched after 27-year-old dies from serious injuries

South Wales Police has launched a murder investigation after a man passed away having been found with serious injuries in Swansea on Wednesday.

Officers attended Cwm Road, Hafod, Swansea shortly after 12pm on Wednesday September 11.

The victim, a 27-year-old man from Waun Wen, has passed away from his injuries. His next-of-kin have been informed.

Four men from Swansea – a 31-year-old man from Waun Wen, a 49-year-old man from Gendros, a 37-year-old man from Strand, and a 39-year-old man from Morriston – have been arrested in connection with this incident and are currently in police custody.

This investigation is ongoing and Cwm Road remains closed while enquiries are conducted.

Detective Superintendent Paul Raikes said:

“We thank the public for their understanding and patience while this investigation is currently ongoing.

“We are appealing for any witnesses, including anyone with dash-cam footage travelling along New Cut Road between 11:50am and 12pm yesterday, to contact us.”

If you witnessed this incident, please contact us using the below details quoting 2400304178:

Live Chat https://www.south-wales.police.uk/

Online https://bit.ly/SWPProvideInfo

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Or phone Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555111

Information and footage and can be submitted to South Wales Police online here: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/62SWP19Z98-PO1

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