The National Center for Biotech Information, anyway. Search teams were called to Sarn, Bridgend, where the child was found in the River Ogmore, near Pandy Park. "The boy was really sweet. Officers are not looking for anyone else, the force said. 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 South Wales Police have confirmed they are not seeking anyone else in conjunction with the death. 'We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. On Saturday night, Chief Inspector Geraint White said: Our condolences go out to the family of the young boy and our thoughts are with them. Caroline Rees QC, prosecuting, said by this time Mulligan was already a complex, troubled and violent boy. As our investigation continues I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support whilst we carry out further enquiries.. Detectives investigating the death of the schoolboy, also known as Logan Williamson, have seized doorbell camera footage from the family home. Email webnews@mirror.co.uk. The murder investigation has shocked the community and police say they understand locals want answers about how Logan died. Craig Mulligan was sentenced to life for murdering and dumping the body of Logan Mwangi in the River Ogmore in Bridgend. Have you been affected by this story? This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. One man claimed: "One of our neighbours said the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. We are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.'. The girl's mum said: "He just seemed really happy and a good boy. 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. 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Neighbours speculated yesterday that police had removed a video doorbell as part of the search for evidence. It's my granddaughter and grandson's fifth birthday in a fortnight and Logan was invited," she said. 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. 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. Logan was reported missing around 5.45am on Saturday. I will miss your smile. The boy was from Bridgend. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Neighbours claimed Logan's mother and stepfather were planning on getting married after Mr Cole proposed in May. Please, The subscription details associated with this account need to be updated. She is said to have collapsed when doctors told her Logan could not be saved. Neighbours said they were woken by screams from outside the family's home on a terraced row of flats. He has been described as a "kind, beautiful boy." Logan was found dead in the river near Pandy Park 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 boy's death, South Wales Police said. He thanked members of the local community for their 'understanding and support'. We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. 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Ceri, who has lived in Sarn for 53 years, said her grandchildren attended Tondu reception class with Logan and they would have been starting in Tondu Primary School in September. ", Lois Sheppard, whose daughter, Maisie-Rae, left a tribute to Logan, said: "This is a tight-knit community and we're all absolutely gobsmacked. You are using an out of date browser. Neighbours paid tribute to Logan, leaving toys and messages in front of his house. One said: 'I could hear the mum screaming for her son. 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. Officers are not looking for anyone else over the incident. If you have any information that can help, please report this to us. You can now get all of the need-to-know news sent straight to your inbox by signing up for our free WalesOnline newsletter. He is loved unconditionally and has unfortunately lost his life. It made me never want to let my children out of my sight because I just didn't want anything to happen to them. 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 local man said: "One of our neighbours said that the mum had a camera fitted on her doorbell. "It's just devastating," said Jasmine Tapner, clutching a baby in her arms. The child has been named by police as Logan Mwangi also known as Logan Williamson. 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. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. "I only live up the road and it's so close to home. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. Police are investigating how the boy ended up in the water after he was reported missing at 5.45am. 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. Logan . A police cordon remains in the area. "Our thoughts are with the family and we are supporting them in every way we can.". This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Two adults and a teenager have been charged in connection with the death of a five-year-old in Bridgend. One mother described Logan, who was also known as Logan Mwangi, as 'very smart' and 'happy' - and told of the boy having a 'smile that would light up the world'. Police are 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. ', Messages left at the river bank include: 'Fly high Logan, sending love and kisses,' 'RIP angel' and 'Thinking of you. Officers asked anyone with any information to contact them, quoting reference number 2100268674. 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. We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information, to get in touch. "Logan was beyond excited - he was also so smiley. We recognise there are a lot of people in the local community who would like answers about what happened to him. ", Locals have paid their respects by leaving tributes and toys at a lamppost near where he was found. Thank you for the update and welcome to the Den. Residents in Sarn, Bridgend, have placed flowers, teddies and cards near Ogmore River where Logan Mwangi's body was found on Saturday morning. 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. 894646. It's so sad, I can't comprehend what the family is going through. Chief Inspector Geraint White said: "This is a tragic incident in which a young child has sadly lost their life. Logan Williamson, from Wales, was found dead after police were called to reports of a missing child at around 5.45am on Saturday and pulled his body from the River Ogmore in Sarn, Bridgend. We have noticed that there is an issue with your subscription billing details. The couple had been in a relationship for around three years. Pic: Wales News Service, Police searched the area at the weekend. 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. He had a smile that lit up the world. 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The police presence is currently centered around Lower Llansantffraid adjacent to the park. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. By Mark Duell and Tom Bedford For Mailonline, Published: 03:19 EST, 2 August 2021 | Updated: 12:07 EST, 2 August 2021. He was discovered in the nearby Ogmore River shortly after with three people including a 13-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder. "We can't get our heads around it. He thanked members of the local community for their understanding and support. Logan was reported missing at around 5.45am on Saturday after neighbours heard his mum desperately shouting "the back door was open". A TRAGIC five-year-old boy found dead in a river was "so excited" to be a pageboy at his mum and stepdad's wedding. 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. The police took the doorbell.". A 30-year-old woman, a 39-year-old man and a boy, 13, were arrested after his body was found on Saturday. 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. 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. The neighbour added: 'He had a lovely mischievous smile and was a cheeky chap.'. 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After saying specially trained officers were supporting the family, the force said three people were being held at separate police stations. They have appealed for information from anyone who has information about the hours leading up to his tragic death. Jessica Chastain gets compared to Jennifer Lawrence after taking a nasty tumble on the stairs as she wins SAG Award forGeorge & Tammy, Adam Sandler makes a rare red carpet appearance with his stunning wife Jackie at SAG Awards 2023 - as star is nominated for Hustle, Jessica Chastain pays tribute to late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman as she wins Best TV Actress gong, SAG Awards 2023 WINNERS: Everything Everywhere All At Once dominates film categories with wins for Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Lee Curtis and Ke Huy Quan and The Whale's Brendan Fraser enjoys his comeback moment with tearful speech, The comeback queen rules supreme! 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. He was in the same school as my daughter and for the last few weeks he had Covid and was self isolating. Police confirmed a 39-year-old man, 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of murder. "They'd found a small snake in their garden and wanted to know if a snake had escaped from someone's house," she said. It may not display this or other websites correctly. "I think they were planning on getting married next year but they wanted to get the kids involved. I'm [standing] by a police cordon by a bridge over the River Ogmore and the bridge is cordoned off on both sides. 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