Police investigating death of homeless 19-year-old in Cardiff

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South Wales Police said it is investigating after a 19-year-old was found dead in Cardiff.

The man, who was found in Hamadryad Park in Cardiff Bay was sleeping rough, according to Cardiff Council.

The park is situated in the Butetown area close to the city centre
Recent statistics showed Cardiff has the highest number of rough sleepers at 53

Read more: Number of rough sleepers rises in Wales

The council said the man was known to their outreach and accommodation services and had received help on a "number of occasions."

Cllr Thorne added many rough sleepers in the city "choose not to access accommodation" and said they will also be investigating the circumstances surrounding the man's death to see what "lessons can be learned".

“I want to take this opportunity to say to rough sleepers, please don’t stay out – we have accommodation for you. Come in, work with us and let us help you".

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