Update on Cwmbran house fire

We were called to a report of a fire at an address in Henllys Way, St Dials, Cwmbran, at around 8.40pm on Saturday 18 October.

Officers attended along with the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and the Welsh Ambulance Service.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life and remains in police custody at this time.

Superintendent Laura Bartley said: "We can confirm that a 75-year-old woman has died at the scene of the fire. Her family has been informed and will be supported by specially trained officers.

"We understand that reports of this nature can be concerning, however we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

“Residents may see an increased number of officers in the area while enquires are being carried out.

"If anyone has any information, please speak to our officers or contact us in the usual way.”

Anyone with relevant information can contact us via our website, by calling 101, or sending us a direct message on our Facebook or X social media pages and quoting log reference 2500333909.

You can also contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111 or online.