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Cathy Owen

Tributes after 'incredibly sad' death of 36-year-old Cardiff police officer

The Chief Constable of South Wales Police has paid tribute to a 36-year-old police officer who died after a short illness.

Kyle Burns, who had a young son, died on Tuesday, February 9.

He was a response officer who was based at Cardiff Central police station since 2019, and had previously worked with Gwent Police and the Metropolitan Police Service in London.

Chief Constable Jeremy Vaughan said his thoughts were with the officer's wife, son and parents.

A statement from the force said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our friend and colleague PC 6506 Kyle Burns."

The chief constable said: “Kyle’s death is incredibly sad for us all, and I know colleagues here and in the wider policing family are deeply upset by this news.

“My thoughts are with Kyle’s family, friends and colleagues. Most of all, my heart goes out to his wife and young son, as well as his mum and dad.”

A tribute on social media said: "Rest peacefully, your service has been greatly appreciated. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family."

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