A 48-year-old man has been charged with murder after a body was discovered in South Wales.
Mathew Pickering has been charged with the murder of Georgina Dowey, 46, in Neath.
Ms Dowey’s body was discovered at an address on Beaconsfield Street, Cadoxton, on Sunday.
South Wales Police say Pickering has been remanded in custody.
DCI Matt Powell said his thoughts are with Georgina’s “devastated” family, who have been updated. They are being supported by a family liaison officer.
DCI Powell added: “I would like to thank the local community and witnesses for the support they have provided to this investigation to date.”
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Officers say they are not looking for anyone else in connection with Ms Dowey’s death.
The force is appealing for information and says there will be an increased police presence in the area as its investigation continues.
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