01-07-2025
Two teenagers arrested on suspicion of murder in Barry
Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of murder in South Wales.
Police say they have launched a murder investigation after the death of a 38-year-old man in Barry, the Vale of Glamorgan, on Monday night.
South Wales Police said the man's family is receiving support from specially trained liaison officers.
A 16-year-old and 17-year-old boy, from Llantwit Major, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
The force said in a statement that it received a report of a stabbing on Barry Road shortly before 12am.
Police cordons and road closures are still in place and are expected to remain as officers continue their enquiries.
Detective Superintendent Mark O'Shea from South Wales Police said the local "close-knit community" would be "deeply shocked and saddened".
"We are aware that the incident is having a significant impact on the local community with an extensive police cordon, road closures and a primary school also closed for the day," he said.
"There will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days while teams of detectives and specialist staff work at pace to establish the circumstances of this incident."
