A 33-year-old man from Holyhead has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of a 53-year-old man at a flat in the town.

Martin Joseph Ward appeared before Llandudno Magistrates’ Court earlier today (Monday 19 October) in connection with the death at Llys Watling on London Road.

The body of the 53-year-old local man was discovered in the early hours of Saturday, 17 October, after North Wales Police were contacted by the Welsh Ambulance Service at around 2.42am.

Emergency services attended, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Ward confirmed his personal details during the brief court hearing and was remanded in custody. He is due to appear before Caernarfon Crown Court on Tuesday.

North Wales Police launched an investigation following the discovery and officers have been carrying out enquiries in the area, including speaking to residents.

Detective Chief Inspector Richard Sidney previously said police understood the incident might cause concern in the local community and confirmed there would be an increased police presence while enquiries continued.

The 53-year-old man has not been formally named by police.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact North Wales Police via its online webchat or by calling 101, quoting reference 26000852942.