South Wales Police has issued an update following a disturbance on Poets Close, Rhydyfelin, at approximately 00:40hrs on Tuesday, September 23. Three males, all in their 20s, were taken to hospital with injuries.
The man who died has been formally identified as 22-year-old Liam Woolford from Porth. The other two men remain in hospital.
Liam’s family said: “The family are thinking of their loving son Liam at this difficult time and ask for privacy to grieve.”
A 30-year-old man from Rhydyfelin has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempt murder while a 22-year-old man from Tonteg has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Additionally, a 20-year-old woman from Penygraig has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 wounding with intent. All three remain in police custody as our investigation continues.
Detective Superintendent Paul Raikes added: “I want to assure the community that we are working at pace to investigate this matter. Residents may notice an increased police presence in the area, and a cordon has been established on Masefield Way, specifically between the junctions of Poets Close and Shakespeare Rise.
“We encourage anyone who may have witnessed this incident or has any relevant information to contact us through this link https://mipp.police.uk/operation/62SWP25C21-PO1 , quoting reference number 2500304909. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this time.”
