Two women have been arrested after a four-year-old boy died from serious head injuries while in the care of social services in Wales, UK..
The boy, identified only as Logan Mwangi, was found unresponsive at a property in the village of Sarn, Bridgend County Borough, on Sunday morning. Paramedics attended the scene and took him to the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend, where he died a short time later..
A post-mortem examination found that Logan had suffered serious head injuries, consistent with a blunt force trauma. Police have launched a murder investigation and have described the boy’s death as “unexplained.”.
Two women, a 39-year-old and a 30-year-old, who were arrested on suspicion of murder, remain in police custody. Social services in Bridgend County Borough have confirmed that Logan was in their care at the time of his death..
The council said in a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Logan Mwangi. Our heartfelt condolences are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time..
“Logan was known to social services, and we are fully cooperating with the police investigation. We are unable to comment further at this time.”.
The death of Logan Mwangi has shocked the community of Sarn. Residents have described him as a “lovely little boy” who was “always smiling.”.
One neighbor said: “He was a lovely little boy. He was always smiling and playing outside. I can’t believe what has happened.”.
Another neighbor said: “This is a terrible tragedy. It’s heartbreaking to think that something like this could happen to a little boy like Logan.”.
The police investigation into Logan’s death is ongoing. Detectives are appealing for anyone with information to contact them..
Anyone with information is urged to contact South Wales Police on 101, quoting reference number 2200207043. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
