Tributes have been paid to a “kind and generous man” whose body has been found in Cardiff four days after he went missing. Aled Glynne Davies, who was 65, was reported missing on New Year’s Eve after leaving his home in the Pontcanna area of the Welsh capital.
Mr Davies was a former radio editor for the BBC, and his disappearance led to hundreds of people joining the search to find him and a widely-shared appeal on social media, including his son Gruffudd calling on people to check any CCTV footage they may have had in an attempt to trace his whereabouts. You can get the latest WalesOnline newsletters e-mailed to you directly for free by signing up here.
On Wednesday afternoon, South Wales Police confirmed that a body had been found in Cardiff Bay. While formal identification has not been carried out, police believe the body is that of Mr Davies and have confirmed the news to his family.
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Mr Davies’ son also tweeted on Wednesday afternoon. He said: “Thank you so much for all your efforts. We are heartbroken to announce that Dad was discovered in the river this morning. Now it’s time for us all to relax. Let us all celebrate Dad’s life x Afryl, Gwenllian and Gruff (and the rest of our family).”
Tributes have poured in on social media for the popular Mr Davies. BBC newsreader Huw Edwards said: “Heartbreaking news. Aled was a journalist and broadcaster of rare ability. He was also a kind and generous man. Deepest sympathy to Afryl and the family.” Plaid Cymru leader Adam Price tweeted his condolences by saying: “Very sad and heartbreaking news. My thoughts and prayers are with Arfyl and the kids and all of Aled’s friends. A very kind and dear man. A huge loss.”
Rhun Ap Iorwerth AM said: “Thinking of the family and sending my deepest condolences to them. I will remember him for being so enthusiastic and supportive. Aled gave me my first job as a full-time journalist, and I will forever be grateful to him.” Others leaving tributes online have described Mr Davies as a “lovely man” and someone who was “clearly adored”.
South Wales Police said that “Aled’s family would like to thank everyone for all the support they’ve had over the past few days and have asked that Aled’s life be celebrated.” Force superintendent Michelle Conquer said: “We continue to support Aled’s family at this very sad time and our investigation continues to determine the circumstances surrounding the death.”
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