Pontypool man jailed for sexual offences
12:50 05/06/2026Martin Pugh, 58, who groomed and exploited a young girl over the period of a year has been jailed for six years and six months.
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Martin Pugh, 58, who groomed and exploited a young girl over the period of a year has been jailed for six years and six months.
Gwent Police launched a murder investigation on Thursday evening following a report that a man had received serious injuries at an address in Trevethin.
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Officers attended a report of a collision on the A4042 on Thursday 12 February involving three cars and a pedestrian.
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Anti-social behaviour
Issued 30 March 2026
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The team will proactively patrol hotspot areas, providing a visible deterrent with partners.
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Parking issues
Issued 28 January 2026
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We are working with the local councillors and will be speaking with residents and providing advice about parking at a date TBC