Kamran Aman, 38, has been named as the victim of a suspected murder in Barry Road, BarryA man, wearing a navy T-shirt and shorts, sits on a blue sofa. He is in his late 30s with short black hair and is holding a bookKamran Aman was just 38(Image: South Wales Police)

A father-of-one has been named as the man stabbed to death in a suspected murder that has seen two teenagers arrested. Kamran Aman, who was 38, died following a reported stabbing in Barry Road, Barry, shortly before midnight on Monday.

Police have confirmed two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of murder while cordons remain in place in the Vale of Glamorgan town as the investigation continues. Scenes of crime officers in white forensic suits could be seen taking evidence throughout Tuesday. Don’t miss a court report by signing up to our crime newsletter here.

A South Wales Police statement late on Tuesday said: “The man who died in Barry on Monday night has been named as 38-year-old Kamran Aman.

“Police were called to a report of stabbing in Barry Road just before midnight last night.

“Father-of-one Kamran died and a murder investigation was launched.

“His family continue to be supported by specially-trained officers.

Police forensics officers working in a road behind a cordonA major investigation is being carried out(Image: John Myers)

“An incident room has been set up at Cardiff Central Police Station and detectives are appealing for anyone with information to please come forward.”

Detective superintendent Mark O’Shea, of the force’s Major Crime Team, said: “Extensive inquiries are continuing as we establish the tragic events which took place on Monday night.

“Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Kamran Aman.

“Police cordons and road closures are still in place and I would like to thank the community for their continued support and understanding while we progress the investigation.

“We are appealing for anyone who was in the area and witnessed what happened to please come forward with information no matter how insignificant they may feel it is.”

Two males, aged 16 and 17, from Llantwit Major, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody.

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