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Family pay tribute to Kelly “An all-round beautiful soul” as man arrested on suspicion of her murder

THE FAMILY of Kelly Pitt, 44, from Newport, have paid tribute to her as Gwent Police continue their murder investigation.

Police were called to an address in Sandalwood Court, Newport at around 11.30am on Friday, May 12 after a woman was found unresponsive. The Welsh Ambulance Service confirmed that a 44-year-old woman had died, she can now be named as Kelly Pitt.

Her family have issued the following tribute to her: “Kelly was a much-loved granddaughter, daughter, sister, mother and grandmother. She was a loving, caring mother and a devoted nan.

“She was an all-round beautiful soul, a lovely person inside and out. She was kind, thoughtful, funny and would help anyone.

“Kelly was taken far too soon and we are devastated by what has happened, she was taken in such a painful way which we will never be able to come to terms with.

“We would like to thank the emergency services for such a quick response and the police for supporting us during this difficult time.

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“Thank you for all the messages of condolence, we now wish to be left to grieve in private as a family.”

Her next of kin continue to be supported by specialist officers.

A 25-year-old man from Newport has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody.

Anyone with information which could assist the investigation is asked to call 101, quoting log reference 2300153148 or send us a direct message on Facebook or Twitter.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

We will be making a referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in line with standard procedures.

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