POLICE have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a woman’s body at a boatyard in Cardigan.
Dyfed-Powys Police said officers were called to Netpool Boatyard at around 12:35pm on Saturday (Nov 15) after the body of a woman was found.
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.
The woman’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
There has been an increased police presence in the town since Saturday afternoon, with officers cordoning off the Netpool slipway and nearby access roads. Late on Saturday night, a boat covered in black plastic sheeting was removed from the scene as part of the ongoing forensic investigation.
Detectives are appealing for information from anyone who may have been at, or seen activity around, the boatyard from 9:00pm on Thursday, November 13 onwards.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference 144 of November 15. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
