Idris Squires (Image: Gwent Police)
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A 27-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of Idris Squires in Abergavenny.
Gwent Police confirmed that Liam Bennett, of Oak Tree Lane, Gilwern, faces a murder charge in connection with an incident on Old Hereford Road on Friday 15 May.
Idris, 24 and from Abergavenny, died as a result of the incident. His family is being supported by specialist officers.
Family tribute 🕊
His family released the following tribute:
“Idris was a beloved son. We cannot begin to express the loss we feel, along with the rest of his family who have loved and supported him throughout his life which has been tragically cut short. At only 24, he was only just beginning life’s journey but in his short time with us he made a hugely positive impact on so many people’s lives.
“Idris made friends easily and had a huge circle of friends who he cared for very much, and this was reciprocated. We have been inundated with hundreds of messages of support from so many of Idris’ young friends. He was the most kind, loving and warm individual you could ever wish to meet. He never thought twice about helping others, young or old, he had the instinct to do the right thing. We are proud of his gift of organ donation – that he elected to be on the donor register, speaks volumes for the man he was.
“Although we are overwhelmed by the grief of losing such a wonderful young man, we take comfort in the memory of the love, laughter and kindness that he shared with those he met. He will be forever in our thoughts and in our hearts.”
