The three are currently being held in police custody as investigations continue. On 5.45am on Saturday, July 31, officers were called to a report of concern for a missing five-year-old in Sarn, Bridgend. We got up Saturday and there was police outside the house. 'We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. With the anonymity order lifted, the full details of Mulligan's life that were shown in the trial can now be reported. He loved colouring and did all the coronavirus posters in the front window of their flat. Logan was found dead in the river near Pandy Park where he loved to play with his friends. A photograph of Logan Mwangi rests among floral tributes and toys in Sarn, south Wales. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. "Three people arrested in connection with the investigation, a 39 year-old man, a 30 year-old woman and a 13 year-old boy, remain in custody. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Logan's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend county in the early hours of Saturday morning, Logan's friends wrote messages to say how much they loved him, Teddies and balloons have been left in memory of the little boy, More tributes have been left near the river where Logan's body was found, Grieving neighbours and friends have described Logan as a happy little boy, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. A five-year-old boy found dead in a river in South Wales has been named as Logan Mwangi, as tributes were paid after two adults and a teenager were arrested on suspicion of his murder. The girl's mum said: "He just seemed really happy and a good boy. He had a smile that lit up the world. A 39-year-old man, a 30-year-old woman and a 13-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of Logan's murder, Toys, floral tributes and a photo of Logan have been placed at the scene, Logan has been described as "kind, funny, polite, handsome and clever", A police cordon is in place at a bridge over the River Ogmore, Police are appealing for anyone with information about Logan's death to come forward, There are lots of tributes near the Ogmore River where Logan's body was found, Cuddly toys have been left at the scene by members of the public, Handwritten messages have been attached to some of the bears left in tribute to Logan, At the scene, BBC Wales reporter Stephen Fairclough, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Read about our approach to external linking. South Wales Police said a 39-year-old man, a 30-year-old woman and 13-year-old boy had been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody. This is an extensive and sensitive investigation and many people have been affected by this death. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. You can now get all of the need-to-know news sent straight to your inbox by signing up for our free WalesOnline newsletter. We would ask the public not to speculate about this incident on social media as this is an active investigation. Cole had raised him since he was nine months old and Mulligan was said to have idolised him. What's he waiting for? He has been described as a "kind, beautiful boy." The police presence is currently centered around Lower Llansantffraid adjacent to the park. Officers attended and found the body of the child in the Ogmore River. Chief Inspector White said 'regular contact' has been made with Logan's family, who are being supported by specialist officers. Little Logan Mwangi was discovered in the Ogmore River after being reported. Logan's friends were said to be "heartbroken" by his death. One said: 'I could hear the mum screaming for her son. His body was found later that day in the nearby River Ogmore. Please, A photograph of Logan Mwangi rests among floral tributes and toys in Sarn, south Wales. MATTHEW HORWOOD/GETTY IMAGES. 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The force called for anyone with any information to contact them quoting reference number 2100268674. "Logan was beyond excited - he was also so smiley. They attended and found the body of the child in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park. Can they sue child services for not listening to their concerns about the murderous little shit? Logan's body was discovered near Pandy Park following reports of concerns for a missing five-year-old in the Sarn area of Bridgend at 05:45 BST on Saturday. A South Wales Police spokesman said: 'We can confirm that following reports of concerns for a missing five-year-old boy in Sarn, Bridgend, and the subsequent finding of the body in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park, three people have been arrested. That situation would probably have been beyond the capabilities of even trained child services workers much less just a family with experience fostering. Teresa, who cares for her mother at home, said: "My mother has lived here for 32 years and nothing as bad as this has happened. He didn't deserve this. Officers asked anyone with any information to contact them, quoting reference number 2100268674. Br prepared to be disgusted at the fake acting of the mother that starts arounf the 18 minute mark. 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Mother Lois Shepherd, 25, left a cuddly toy baby shark chosen by daughter Maisie-Rae, four. ", Locals have paid their respects by leaving tributes and toys at a lamppost near where he was found. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. Logan's mum Angharad Williamson, who gave birth to a second son in February last year, and her partner Jay Cole, a carer, became engaged less than 10 weeks ago and were planning their wedding for next year. The force said it was not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 2023 BBC. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Two adults and a teenager have been charged in connection with the death of a five-year-old in Bridgend. Logan's body was found in the Ogmore River in Bridgend county in the early hours of Saturday morning. You are using an out of date browser. The police took the doorbell.". Neighbours said they were woken by screams from outside the family's home on a terraced row of flats. 'A 39-year-old male, 30-year-old female and 13-year-old male, all from the Bridgend area, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in police custody. ', Tributes left at the scene in the Sarn area of Bridgend today, near to where five-year-old Logan was found dead, A police officer at a cordon near the scene in Sarn today as the investigation continues. The body of a five-year-old boy was found in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park. 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