Man charged with murder following death of Cefn Cribwr woman

Officers were called just after 9.15pm on Good Friday with a report of concern for the welfare of two people in a property on Bryn Terrace

56-year-old Michael Davies, from Cefn Cribwr, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of Tracey’s murder
Author: Tom PreecePublished 28th Apr 2025
Last updated 28th Apr 2025

A man has been charged with the murder of a 48-year-old woman in Cefn Cribwr, Bridgend, earlier this month.

Officers were called just after 9.15pm on Friday, April 18, with a report of concern for the welfare of two people in a property on Bryn Terrace. Upon arrival, they discovered the body of Tracey Davies (formerly Young).

56-year-old Michael Davies, from Cefn Cribwr, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of Tracey’s murder. He has today been charged with this offence, and will appear at Cardiff Magistrates Court tomorrow at 10am.

Next of kin has been informed.

Detective Inspector Claire Lamerton, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, said:

“This has been an incredibly distressing incident for the community in Cefn Cribwr. Our thoughts remain with Tracey’s family and friends.

“We are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.”

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