A major police investigation has been launched in South Wales after the discovery of a man's body in woodland near Pontypool.
Gwent Police confirmed they are treating the death as suspicious after the grim discovery was made in Wentwood Forest on Tuesday afternoon. The force has now initiated a murder investigation and has cordoned off the area for forensic examination.
Police Appeal for Information
Detective Chief Superintendent Nick Wilkie revealed that officers were called to the scene following reports from a member of the public. "We can confirm that the body of a man was found in Wentwood Forest," he stated. "At this stage, we are treating the death as suspicious and have launched a murder investigation."
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward, particularly those who may have been in the Wentwood Forest area between Sunday evening and Tuesday afternoon. Investigators are also appealing to motorists with dashcam footage who travelled through the area during this period.
Forensic Teams at Scene
The remote woodland location has become the focus of intensive police activity, with forensic teams conducting detailed searches of the area. A significant police presence remains in place as officers work to establish the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
Local residents have expressed shock at the discovery in the popular woodland area, which is frequented by walkers and cyclists. The investigation continues as police work to identify the victim and piece together the events leading to his death.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Gwent Police immediately, quoting the relevant reference number.
