Man, 61, Described As Loving And Peaceful
Robert Farley was found dead at a house in Barry on Friday
Police have named the man who died at a house in Barry early Friday morning.
Robert Farley was 61 and his body was discovered at a house in West Walk after police were called at 1am.
It's being treated as a murder investigation and a 53-year-old man's being questioned by police.
Mr Farley's family have described him as 'the quiet man' - a gentle, peaceful and loving man.
Roberts daughter has paid tribute: “Bobby was given the name ‘the quiet man’ by those who knew him.
“This portrays his personality well, he was a gentle, peaceful and loving man.
“Earlier in his life he was a hardworking, very sociable and well-liked by many.
“Bobby had his own battle with alcohol, he tried numerous times to overcome this with support from his friends and family.
“He was a son, a brother, a father to Michele and grandfather to 3 wonderful boys.
“Our hearts are filled with grief and sadness at the untimely death of our much-loved father, grandad, and friend. Our memories of my dad will live in our hearts forever of the vibrant, charismatic, fun loving and kind man that graced our lives!”
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Superintendent Darren George said: "I make a further appeal to the local community who may be able offer information in relation to any suspicious activity in and around the West Walk area of Barry, particularly between the evening of Monday August 30th and the early of hours of this morning (Friday September 3rd).
“No matter how insignificant you believe any information may be, please contact the major incident room.
“I would like to thank those in the community that have come forward with information so far."
Anyone who has any information in relation to the incident can contact the Major Crime Team directly via this public portal https://mipp.police.uk/operation/62SWP21B39-PO1 or alternatively via one of the following means quoting reference number 2100309626.
- Go to: https://bit.ly/SWPProvideInfo
- Send us a private message on Facebook/Twitter
- Via email: SWP101@south-wales.police.uk
- Phone: 101.