Tragic news from Cardiff: A 37-year-old man, Colm Marcus Boston from Heath, has sadly passed away following a serious assault on Pentyrch Street, Cathays. The incident took place around 6.15 pm on Monday, December 22, and Colm succumbed to his injuries at the University Hospital of Wales on Boxing Day. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
The investigation is in full swing, with three men already arrested. A 51-year-old from Mynachdy is still in custody, while two others, a 47-year-old from Adamsdown and a 60-year-old from Cathays, have been released on bail as enquiries continue. The exact charges are yet to be disclosed.
Detective Sergeant Lauren Wells extended the deepest condolences to Colm’s loved ones and expressed gratitude to the community for their crucial support. She urged anyone with information to step forward, especially if they have CCTV or dash-cam footage from areas in Cathays and surrounding roads between 4 pm and 6.30 pm on the day of the incident.
If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please don’t hesitate to contact South Wales Police on 101, quoting reference 2500404113. Your support could be vital in helping bring justice for Colm and his family. Stay safe, everyone.