Tributes have been made to a “kind and unassuming” 90-year-old grandfather, whose death in Abergavenny earlier this month sparked a murder investigation.

Michael Hodson was found unresponsive outside a property in Abergavenny on Tuesday, April 5, and died three days later in hospital from his injuries.

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

His family have paid tribute to him, describing him as a “wonderful husband, father, step-father, grandfather and friend”.

Mr Hodson’s daughters said on behalf of the family: “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.”

Anyone with information which could assist the police investigation is asked to call 101 or send a direct message on Facebook or Twitter, quoting log reference 2200115123.

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