Police appeal after unidentified man's body found
The force is not treating his death as suspicious but need help in identifying him. He is described as Asian, of slim build, around 5ft 8' tall, with a short, grey beard, and is believed to be aged between 50 and 60.
Anyone who knows someone of this description and has not heard from them since July 9 is asked to contact Gwent Police urgently. Never miss a Newport story by subscribing to our newsletter here.
A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: "Gwent Police, on behalf of the Gwent Coroner's Office, is appealing for your help to identify a man whose body was found at an address in Newport.
"Officers were called to a property in Church Street at around 10pm on Wednesday, July 9, after receiving reports that a man was found unresponsive inside.
"A custody nurse confirmed the man had died and his death is not viewed as suspicious.
"Despite carrying out enquiries, our officers, who are assisting the coronial process, have not yet been able to establish the man's identity.
"The man is described as Asian, of slim build, around 5ft 8' tall, with a short, grey beard, and is believed to be aged between 50 and 60 years.
"Officers would like to hear from anyone who recognises the man or knows someone who matches the man's description but has not had contact with him since 9 July.
"If you can assist our officers, please contact us via our website, call us on 101 or send us a direct message on our Facebook or X social media pages, quoting log reference 2500218609."
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