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Man charged with murder of Ystrad Mynach man

News | Gareth Hill | Published: 09:17, Monday March 24th, 2014.
Last updated: 09:47, Wednesday April 2nd, 2014

DAVID ALUN LEWIS: 'A good, decent man.'
DAVID ALUN LEWIS: ‘A good, decent man.’

A  man has appeared at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court today charged with the murder of Ystrad Mynach man David Alun Lewis.

Gareth Wyn Jones, 28, Hansen Street, Cardiff was remanded in custody to appear Cardiff Crown Court at a later date.

Mr Lewis’ body was found partly submerged in the River Taff in Grangetown, Cardiff on March 19.

South Wales Police said he received multiple injuries. A post-mortem examination has been carried out but further tests are needed to establish the exact cause of death.

Jones was arrested on March 21 and charged with murder yesterday.

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