Abergavenny Murder: Tributes paid to 90-year-old Michael Hodson

The family of a 90-year-old grandfather from Abergavenny have paid tribute to him after police launched a murder inquiry.

Michael Hodson was found unresponsive outside a property on Tuesday 5th April.

He was taken to hospital, however died from his injuries on Friday 8 April.

A 68-year-old women from Abergavenny was arrested on suspicion of murder and has since been released on conditional bail.

Michael’s daughters – along with his wider family – have issued the following tribute to him: “Daddy was a wonderful husband, father, step-father, grandfather and friend to so many people. He was the most gentle of gentlemen – kind and unassuming.

“He was happiest in nature, tending to his vegetables and planting trees. He loved his many trips to Scotland where he spent happy times with friends on river banks.

“He leaves a huge hole in the lives of all those that loved him and the twinkle in his eyes will always shine on.”