The family of a man alleged to have been murdered have paid tribute to "one of life's true gentlemen". Benjamin Lloyd was found unresponsive inside a property in Cefn Ilan Road, Abertriwdr on Sunday morning.
Gwent Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder. The 28-year-old man, from the Caerphilly area, has been charged with manslaughter and remains in custody.
Ben's family said the 27-year-old was an "amazing son, brother and uncle". In a heartfelt tribute they said: "Benjamin Leonard Lloyd, one of life's true gentlemen. Ben was so happy and positive all the time, he always walked with a spring in his step. A kind, hardworking and generous man who had a lot of friends. You would struggle to find anyone who had a bad word to say about Ben.
"He leaves behind a very large number of family and friends who will feel his absence forever. He was the most amazing son, brother and uncle. There are 6 very heartbroken children who will miss play fighting and teasing their uncle Ben when he pops in for a 'quiet coffee'.
"Growing up in a family of five children and being the only boy, I'm pretty sure Ben often felt outnumbered and in later years felt embarrassed when we would include him in our 'girl talk' at which point he would say "yep, that's my que [sis] to leave!"
"Ben was always joking around and making light of every situation, he was such a bright star in this world, and we are sure he will shine just as bright in the next."
Officers were called to the property in Abertridwr at 9.45am on April 2. The man who has been charged is due to appear before Newport Magistrates Court today (Wednesday, April 5).
Gwent Police is still appealing for anyone who was in White Street, near the library, who saw an altercation between two men between 8pm and 10pm on Saturday, April 1, or anyone with any information which could assist the investigation, to call 101 quoting reference 2300105165 or send them a direct message on social media.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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