Police issued an update on their investigation into the death of Christian Dean.
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a father-of-three. South Wales Police said a 34-year-old man named Thomas Griffiths from Ynyshir has been charged in connection with the death of 36-year-old Christian Dear in Ynyshir.
Police were called to a house on Graig Road just before 1pm on Thursday June 26. In a tribute, issued on Sunday evening, June 29, his family described him as a “well known” and “loved character”, who “brought energy, humour and warmth wherever he went”, which you can read here.
Christian’s brother, Julian, has also shared a heartfelt tribute, describing his brother as “light of life”. Get the latest Rhondda news first by signing up to our newsletter here.
In a statement issued on Sunday evening, June 29, South Wales Police said: “Man charged following the sudden death of 36-year-old Christian Dean in Ynyshir, Porth.
“Police were called to a house on Graig Road just before 1pm on Thursday June 26.
“34-year-old man Thomas Griffiths from Ynyshir has been charged with murder. He has been remanded into custody.”
Over the weekend, officers from South Wales Police have been present at Graig Road where there is a very quiet atmosphere.