South Wales Police were called to Poplar Crescent on Tuesday afternoon (February 17) following concerns for the welfare of a woman. Officers found the body of a woman in her 80s inside the property.
The 60-year-old man, also from Porthcawl, remains in police custody as investigations continue. It is not yet known how long the woman’s body had been at the address.
Forensic Investigation Continues
Forensic police officers remained at the scene on Thursday morning as detectives work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the woman’s death.
A South Wales Police spokesperson said:
“South Wales Police attended an address on Poplar Crescent, Porthcawl at 1.45pm on Tuesday, February 17, after a call concerning the welfare of a woman.
“A woman in her 80s from Porthcawl was found dead within the property. A 60-year-old man from Porthcawl has been arrested on suspicion of preventing a lawful burial and remains in police custody.
“Investigations into the death are on-going.”
What Happens Next?
The man arrested has not been charged and remains in police custody while enquiries continue. South Wales Police have not confirmed the relationship between the man and the deceased woman.
The charge of preventing a lawful burial is an offence under common law and can carry a significant prison sentence if proven.
Anyone with information is urged to contact South Wales Police on 101, quoting occurrence number 2600056898.
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