Two boys, aged 16 and 17 and from Llantwit Major, are accused of murdering ‘devoted husband’ Kamran Aman, 38, in Barry
Two teenage boys have been charged with murdering a “loving” dad-of-one who was fatally stabbed. Kamran Aman, who was 38, died following an incident in Barry Road, Barry, just before midnight on Monday.
Two boys, aged 16 and 17 and from Llantwit Major, are accused of his murder and will appear at Cardiff Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.
Mr Aman’s family has been updated and continue to be supported by specially-trained officers. On Wednesday they released a statement detailing their “unimaginable loss”. Don’t miss a court report by signing up to our crime newsletter here.
In a statement released through South Wales Police they said: “It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we mourn the tragic loss of Kamran.
“A devoted husband, a loving father, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and loyal friend, Kamran was the heart of his family and loved within in his community.
“Known for his generous spirit and kind heart Kamran brought warmth and strength to everyone he met.
“His absence leaves an immeasurable void in the lives of all who knew him.
“As we grieve this unimaginable loss we also honour and celebrate the life he lived and the impact he made.
“May his memory be a blessing.”
Detective superintendent Mark O’Shea, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “Our thoughts are with Kamran’s family and friends as they have been since the tragic events of Monday night.
“Two people have now been charged and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with Kamran’s death.
“We would very much like to thank the community for the support and information that has already been provided.
“We are aware that the road closures and police cordons, which have now been lifted, had a significant impact on the local community.”
The investigation is continuing and anyone with information is asked to contact police.
Information and footage can be submitted online here.
Anyone with information can also contact South Wales Police quoting reference 2500207506.
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