• Man was found dead at a property in Belmont Walk, Butetown shortly after 9am 

Police have launched a murder investigation after a 64-year-old man was found dead in a Cardiff home.

South Wales Police said officers were called to a property in Belmont Walk, Butetown shortly after 9am today.

A number of roads were sealed off by police earlier today and there was a heavy police presence after officers were first called to the incident. 

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

South Wales Police have launched a murder investigation after a 64-year-old man was found dead in a Cardiff home. First responders are pictured at the scene today

South Wales Police have launched a murder investigation after a 64-year-old man was found dead in a Cardiff home. First responders are pictured at the scene today 

officers were called to a property in Belmont Walk, Butetown shortly after 9am. A number of roads were sealed off and there was a heavy police presence earlier today (pictured)

officers were called to a property in Belmont Walk, Butetown shortly after 9am. A number of roads were sealed off and there was a heavy police presence earlier today (pictured)

A 38-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the incident. Police are pictured at the scene this morning

A 38-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the incident. Police are pictured at the scene this morning

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.

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

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

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