POLICE have been granted more time to question a male suspect following the death of Gwynedd man Dafydd Thomas.

A murder investigation was launched on Thursday after Mr Thomas was found dead at a property in Minffordd.

North Wales Police confirmed today that they are continuing to question a male suspect, having been granted a period of further detention.

Detective Inspector Chris Bell said: ‘Extensive enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding this incident, and I would like to thank the family of Dafydd Thomas, and the local community for all their support.

‘I would also like to ask that if anyone has seen anything suspicious in the area, or indeed saw Dafydd on 25th March, please come forward and speak to us, to help us piece together the events of last Thursday.

‘Finally, I would like to reiterate the family’s request for privacy at this most difficult time.’

Yesterday, Mr Thomas' family paid tribute to "a wonderful husband, father and grandfather".

"We the family are trying to come to terms with the loss of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather," the family said.

"Dafydd’s wider family are also devastated by his passing in such tragic circumstances. He will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his hard work as a local businessman and charity fundraising."