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Man charged with murder of woman

Maria Cassidy
BBC News
Family photo Tracey Davies wearing sunglasses on top of her head, looking away from the camera. She has reddish hair and has a chain necklace on. The sun is shining on her. Family photo
Tracey Davies' body was found in a property in Bryn Terrace, Cefn Cribwr

A man has been charged with the murder of a 48-year-old woman.

Police were called to reports of concern for the welfare of two people in a property on Bryn Terrace, Cefn Cribwr in Bridgend, at 21:15 BST on 18 April.

They discovered the body of Tracey Davies (formerly Young). Her next of kin have been informed.

Michael Davies, 56, from Cefn Cribwr, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of Tracey's murder and has been charged with the offence.

He will appear at Cardiff Magistrates' Court on Monday at 10:00.

Det Insp Claire Lamerton, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: "This has been an incredibly distressing incident for the community in Cefn Cribwr. Our thoughts remain with Tracey's family and friends."

She confirmed the force was not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.