Man charged with murder in Abergavenny

Detectives investigating an incident on Old Hereford Road, Abergavenny have charged a 27-year-old man with murder.

Liam Bennett, of Oak Tree Lane, Gilwern, has been remanded into custody to appear before Newport Magistrates' Court on Saturday 23 May.

Officers were called to Old Hereford Road, Abergavenny at around 6.15am on Friday 15 May after a man was left with life-threatening injuries.

A man in his twenties was taken to hospital, where he sadly passed away; his family are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.

Senior investigating officer, Detective Chief Inspector Ellen Joslyn, said:

"Our thoughts remain with the victim's family and friends at this difficult time.

"We would like to thank the community for their support whilst we investigate the circumstances of this tragic death.

"We understand that reports of this nature can be concerning to our communities.

"While our enquiries continue over the coming days, you are likely to see an increased number of officers in the area."

We are asking anyone who was in the area at the time, or who saw anything suspicious, to please get in touch.

We are particularly keen to hear from anyone with dashcam, CCTV or doorbell footage from Old Hereford Road or Underhill Crescent and the surrounding area around the time of the incident.

Please contact us by calling 101 or DM us on social media quoting log reference 2600151351.