Tributes paid after Trevethin death as murder investigation continues

A man who died following an incident in Torfaen has been named, and a 37-year-old arrested, as a murder investigation continues.

Gwent Police launched the murder investigation on Thursday evening following a report that a man had received serious injuries.

Officers attended a property in Bythway Road, Trevethin at around 4.55pm on Thursday 23rd April alongside paramedics from Welsh Ambulance Service and Welsh Air Ambulance.

A 74-year-old man from Trevethin was pronounced dead at the scene; he can now be named as Nicholas ‘Brian’ Parfitt.

Specially trained officers continue to support the family.

Brian’s family have paid tribute to him, saying: “Brian’s passing has been a shock to both the family and the community.

“He was a well-loved dad and grandad and highly thought of in the community.”

A 37-year-old man from Cwmbran has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody at this time.

Anyone with information can contact Gwent Police by calling 101, sending a direct message on social media or via the form on their website quoting log reference 2600125343.

There is also a section of the major incident police portal (MIPP), where the public can submit information, dedicated to the investigation.

Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.