Dispersal order issued in Tredegar

The 48-hour order will be in place until 2pm on Friday 2 September, following reports of disorder.

A dispersal order covering parts of Tredegar will be in place for 48 hours following recent disorder in the area.

The order came into effect at 2pm on Wednesday 31 August and ends at 2pm on Friday 2 September.

The order covers Gainsborough Road in Tredegar, as shown on the map below, and gives officers extra powers to direct groups to leave the area if their behaviour is likely to contribute to disorder or cause harassment, alarm or distress to members of the public.

Source: Google Maps

If they return to that area after being moved on, they face being arrested.

Inspector Shane Underwood said:

"We received a report of a burglary at an address on Gainsborough Road, Tredegar, at around 9.30pm on Tuesday 30 August.

"Officers attended to make enquiries and the property, which was empty at the time of their arrival, had been flooded.

"As our officers carried out their initial enquiries, a crowd of around 20 people gathered at the rear of the property.   

“I'm saddened to hear reports that metal objects were thrown at our officers and a laser shone in their direction. One officer sustained minor injuries during the incident.

"I can confirm we arrested two people at the scene in connection with the disorder.

"We've received reports of disorder similar to this in the last few days and it's completely unacceptable. We won't tolerate any acts that put people at risk and, as a result, we've issued a dispersal order in the area.

"Enquiries are ongoing into the burglary and disorder, and any help from the public would be greatly appreciated in assisting our investigation.

"Our neighbourhood policing team will be visible on patrol in the area. If you have any concerns, please take the time to talk to us."

Anyone with information regarding the burglary, including CCTV or dashcam footage, can call us or send us a direct message on social media, quoting log reference 2200295356.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 with details.