Man arrested after body found in van in Prestatyn
The identity of the person is unknown at this time.
Last updated 5th Oct 2026
A murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a body in Prestatyn last night.
Emergency Services attended Gas Works Lane at around 11.30pm on Sunday 4 October following a report of a van on fire and a body was found inside.
A police cordon will remain in place in the immediate area today to allow officers to conduct their enquiries.
A 38 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Detective Chief Inspector Zoie Dunkerley said: "Our investigation is still in the early stages, and we are yet to identify the person that sadly died.
“Enquiries will continue over the coming days and an increased police presence will be visible in the area."
The identity of the person found in the fan is still unknown.
Speaking earlier, Detective Superintendent Chris Bell said: “Officers are working at pace to identify the person.
“Once the identity is known, specialist trained officers will be assigned to support their family as soon as possible.
“We understand this incident may cause concern within the local community, and I would like to reassure the public that there is a visible policing presence in the area.
“I would appeal to anyone who was in the Gas Works Lane are of Prestatyn between 10.45pm and 11.45pm and saw or heard anything unusual to contact us.”