Murder investigation launched after death in Newport
A man was found unresponsive Tuesday evening on Chepstow Road
Last updated 15th May 2024
Gwent police have launched a murder investigation after a man died in Newport.
The 36-year-old was found unresponsive with serious injuries on Chepstow Road around 6pm on the 14th of May.
Police and paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service who confirmed the man had died.
The man's next of kin have been told and a murder investigation has now been launched.
Detective Chief Inspector Virginia Davies, the senior investigating officer, said:
"We would like to reassure the communities of Newport that we are doing everything we can to establish the circumstances surrounding his death.
"Officers are currently in the area carrying out further enquiries; if you have any questions or concerns, please do speak to them.
“As our investigation continues, we ask you not to speculate or share information online which may cause harm or upset to the victim’s family or jeopardise our investigation.
"Our thoughts remain with the victim’s family and friends. We urge you, if you have any information, even if you think it is minor, that could assist our enquiries, please call 101 or direct message us on social media quoting 2400157385."
Police are also appealing for any dashcam or CCTV footage from Chepstow Road and in the area around Merriott Place, between 4.45pm and 7pm