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Man arrested on suspicion of murder in Pontypool violent disorder enquiry
14:18 14/08/2026A 40-year-old man is currently in police custody following his arrest on suspicion of murder.
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“He was our Anthony” – family tribute to much-loved father, husband and ‘Grumpy’
15:16 13/08/2026Anthony ‘Tony’ Jones, 56, died in hospital as a result of injuries sustained in a report of violent disorder in Pontnewynydd, near Pontypool; his family continue to be supported by specialist officers.
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Five arrested in connection with report of violent disorder near Pontypool
01:13 07/08/2026Officers investigating this report are appealing for anyone in either Mill Road or Hospital Road in Pontnewynydd between 7pm and 7.30pm to contact them.
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Appeal for information renewed on Newbridge man’s 38th birthday
09:13 03/08/2026Kyle Vaughan, then aged 24, was last seen at around 11.45pm on 30 December 2012 and we’re renewing our appeal for information.
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Eight men charged in child sexual exploitation investigation
14:30 15/07/2026The men, aged 54 to 73, are all British citizens and are bailed to appear before Newport Magistrates’ Court on Friday 24 July.
Crimes and priorities
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Drugs
Action taken:
The Neighbourhood Policing Team are committed to tackling this priority through engagement, collaborative working and problem solving.
The team will proactively patrol hotspot areas, providing a visible deterrent against offending.
Officers will continue to conduct both plain clothes and high visibility patrols across the ward to target drug use. This includes executing warrants where appropriate.
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Off-road bikes
Action taken:
The Neighbourhood Policing Team are committed to tackling this priority through engagement, collaborative working and problem solving.
The team will proactively patrol hotspot areas, providing a visible deterrent against offending.
Officers will continue to conduct both plain clothes and high visibility patrols across the ward supporting targeted operations.
The Neighbourhood Policing Team will work with partners and the community to build intelligence around the use of off road bikes to support enforcement work.