Gwent Police

Prison recall: Have you seen this 28 year old man from Trethomas? Read more here...

Update: Yesterday, Wednesday 1st August, a body of a man was found in Merthyr Tydfil.
The body has sadly been confirmed as 61 year old Mark Taylor from the Brynmawr area who was reported missing on Sunday 22nd July 2018 and his family have been notified.
Officers are not treating the death as suspicious at this time.

Prison Recall: Have you seen this Cwmbran man?
We’re appealing for information to locate this man who has breached his licence conditions after being released from prison on 18th June 2018
If you have any information please call 101 quoting 1800281243 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Missing: Have you seen this missing man from Croespenmaen?
We're appealing for information to locate this 29 year old man from the Croespenmaen area. He was last seen on Sunday 29th July leaving the Royal Gwent Hospital, heading towards Newport City Centre and hasn't been seen since and officers are concerned for his wellbeing.
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting Log 460 29/7/18.

PLEASE SHARE: Prison Recall - We're appealing for information to locate a 29 year old man from the Caerphilly and Pontypridd areas who has been recalled to prison.
Anyone with any information is asked to call 101 quoting: 1800268716 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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... Oherwydd natur frys y cyhoeddiad hwn, nid oes cyfieithiad uniongyrchol yn Gymraeg ar gael ar hyn o bryd. Rydym yn ymddiheuro am unrhyw anghyfleustra. Diolch.
Due to the urgent nature of this publication, there is no immediate translation into the medium of Welsh available at this time. We apologise for any inconvenience. Thank you.
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UPDATE: RTC on A4042, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran
At approximately 7.30am this morning, Tuesday 31st July 2018, Gwent Police were called to a report of a one vehicle collision involving a motorist and cyclist on the Turnpike Roundabout in Croesyceliog, Cwmbran.
Both ambulance and police attended the scene where a 67 year old man from the Sebastapol, Pontypool area was later taken to the Royal Gwent Hospital with suspected life changing injuries. The driver of the black Jaguar, ...a 67 year old man from Crickhowell received no injuries.
At this time, no arrests have been made.
All roads are now open and police have left the scene. Officers are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have any information to call 101 quoting Log 58 31/07/18.
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Read new #NewportWest Inspector, Jason Williams' blog as he discusses drug warrants, community events, sex workers, domestic violence and more in #Pill and #Bettws
"Gwent Police has experienced an exceptionally busy few months, with often complex and diverse challenges, and the Newport West section has faced many of those challenges along the way. As always, we have had a number of great results due to the team's hard work and focus on the issues most affecting our communities...."
Read more here: https://goo.gl/bP2x7d

Gwent Police are currently responding to an RTC on the A4042 in Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran that was reported at approximately 7.30am this morning (Tuesday 31 July 2018).
The A4042 Northbound is currently open, as is Turnpike Road, however, motorists are unable to turn right onto the B4236.
The A4042 Southbound is currently open, however, motorists cannot turn right onto Turnpike Road.
... We will update you when we have further information.
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Torfaen residents are being reminded to keep their homes secure during warm weather, following an increase in reported burglaries over the past week.
Offences were recorded in the Ty Canol, Fairwater and Coed Eva areas of the borough between the evening of Wednesday, 25th July, and the following morning. Officers believe unsecured windows and doors could have contributed.
Inspector Phil O’Connor said: “We have had a cooler and wet spell over the weekend, but the warm weather ...is likely to return. We recognise that many residents will have their windows and doors open. While this is understandable, but we would urge members of the public not to leave these unattended.
“If you are in your garden make sure that windows and doors at the front of the house are secure, or if you go out, please make sure that they are all closed and secure. Sadly, it only takes an opportunist thief seconds to access your home through an open window.
“Also, if you see anyone acting suspiciously please call us.”
Anyone with information or concerns about burglaries in Torfaen can call Gwent Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Today, 30th July is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Here's some quotes from victims we've dealt with here in Gwent about the real life impact of Human Trafficking...

We're appealing for information to locate 15-year-old Harry Bowness-Hughes who has been reported as missing.
Harry is from the Llanellen area of Monmouthshire and also has connections to Cwmbran. He was last seen on Wednesday, 25th July 2018, at around 6pm in Newport City Centre. He hasn’t been seen since and officers are concerned for his wellbeing.
Harry is described as being approximately 5’6” tall, of medium build, with dark brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wea...ring black shorts, black trainers and a grey zipped hooded top.
Anyone with information relating to Harry’s whereabouts is asked to call 101 quoting 1800279968.
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Gwent Police are supporting the World Day against Trafficking in Persons 2018...
World Day against Trafficking in Persons is held on July 30th 2018, and is an annual event. People trafficking and modern day slavery is a massive worldwide problem with very few countries immune to human trafficking, and the annual event by the United Nations aims to raise awareness and increase prevention.
Thousands of men, women and children end up in the hands of traffickers every year, often... through being tricked and mislead to believe that they are being taken to work that will make their family better off, or through force, kidnap, or even through very poor families selling children in order to survive.
Detective Sergeant Mandi Venn said, ‘We are happy to support this day and any awareness raised about this serious issue is a positive thing which can help to identify victims and protect them.
‘Trafficked people are forced to work, often doing hard labour or prostitution, for no reward, and usually have their identity and documents removed from them and are warned of terrible punishments if they escape, and often they are taken to unfamiliar countries where they don’t know the language and have no way of getting help.
‘UK victims of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking are frequently vulnerable in terms of homelessness or financial difficulty. Other difficult factors can include lack of support from family, mental illness and dependency on drugs or alcohol which can act as a means of control for a perpetrator.
‘In Gwent Police, we are working hard to tackle this serious issue and we now have a dedicated team of officers who work to combat human trafficking and Modern Day Slavery.
‘The dedicated team work closely with partner agencies including local authorities, Barnardos, New Pathways, Salvation Army, BAWSO, NSPCC, Immigration and the Border Agency. Their joint work includes identifying any areas for forced labour and exploitation which can include agriculture, construction, hospitality, manufacturing and car washes.
‘The Modern Day Slavery team have also provided training for all frontline Gwent Police staff to ensure they recognise the signs which could indicate someone may be a victim of Modern Day Slavery and Human Trafficking. The training also includes guidance on the appropriate referrals needed to partner organisations in order to provide the victim with support. ‘The team are able to provide specialist support for investigations, ensuring victims are identified, supported and protected.’
If you have concerns about Modern Day Slavery or Human Trafficking, please call 101. You can also contact the Modern Slavery Helpline by calling 08000 121 700 or visit their website www.modernslaveryhelpline.org
#EndHumanTrafficking #igivehope
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The Big Cheese 2018
It’s the final day of Caerphilly's Big Cheese event today!
Please be aware Crescent Road is currently closed and remain so until 12pm on Monday 30th July.
... If you are planning on visiting, please use the free bus service running within the Caerphilly County Borough area (more info here: http://events.visitcaerphilly.com/…/Big -Cheese-Free-Buses-2…) or the park and ride / park and walk scheme in operation.
Sunday 29th July
On Sunday 29th a Park and Walk will operate from Y Gwyndy Campus on Pontygwindy Road at a fee of £3 per car. There are no buses transporting visitors from this site to the event, visitors will need to walk to the event site. The site is open for parking from 10.00am - 8.00pm.
Also, a Park and Ride will operate from St.Cenydd School and Bedwas High School. Both car parks will be operating at a fee of £5 per car, The sites will be open for parking from 10.00am - 8.00pm, with the last buses leaving the event site at 7.45pm.
For park and rides follow the temporary signs from the A470, A469 and A468.
Disabled parking is located at St Cenydd School Park & Ride.
The drop off and collection point for Bedwas High School park and ride is Castle Court Shopping Centre bus stop at the front of the castle in the Town Centre.
St Cenydd School Park and Ride buses will drop off and collect on Nantgarw Road at the end of the event site.
For more information about the event please visit: http://www.bigcheesecaerphilly.co.uk/
Officers will be in the locality all weekend, and Caerphilly Police Station on Cardiff Road will be open 9-5pm.
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The Big Cheese 2018
The Big Cheese in Caerphilly continues today...
Please be aware Crescent Road will be closed from 12pm on Friday 27th July to 12pm Monday 30th July.
... If you are planning on visiting, please use the free bus service running within the Caerphilly County Borough area (more info here: http://events.visitcaerphilly.com/…/Big -Cheese-Free-Buses-2…) or the park and ride / park and walk scheme in operation.
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th July
On Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th a Park and Walk will operate from Y Gwyndy Campus on Pontygwindy Road at a fee of £3 per car. There are no buses transporting visitors from this site to the event, visitors will need to walk to the event site. The site is open for parking from 10.00am - 8.00pm.
Also on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th, a Park and Ride will operate from St.Cenydd School and Bedwas High School. Both car parks will be operating at a fee of £5 per car, The sites will be open for parking from 10.00am - 8.00pm, with the last buses leaving the event site at 7.45pm.
For park and rides follow the temporary signs from the A470, A469 and A468.
Disabled parking is located at St Cenydd School Park & Ride.
The drop off and collection point for Bedwas High School park and ride is Castle Court Shopping Centre bus stop at the front of the castle in the Town Centre.
St Cenydd School Park and Ride buses will drop off and collect on Nantgarw Road at the end of the event site.
For more information about the event please visit: http://www.bigcheesecaerphilly.co.uk/
Officers will be in the locality all weekend, and Caerphilly Police Station on Cardiff Road will be open 9-5pm.
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We're appealing for information to locate 25 year old Michael Bajjada from the Cwmbran area who we would like to speak with following a report of assault that was reported to Gwent Police in the early hours of Thursday, 26th July 2018.
If you have any information relating to his whereabouts, please call Gwent Police on 101, quoting log 35 of 26/07/18.

As the Twmbarlwm grass fires continue, please read the latest updates from our partners @NatResWales @DwrCymru @SWFireandRescue - If you have any information at all please #helpstopdeliberatefires by reporting concerns to us on 101 quoting reference 320 of 14/07/18

Have you seen this missing 26 year old from Pontypool? More here:

The Big Cheese 2018
The Big Cheese in Caerphilly starts today! The event is running from Friday 27th – Sunday 29th July.
Please be aware Crescent Road will be closed from 12pm on Friday 27th July to 12pm Monday 30th July.
... If you are planning on visiting, please use the free bus service running within the Caerphilly County Borough area (more info here: http://events.visitcaerphilly.com/…/Big -Cheese-Free-Buses-2…) or the park and ride / park and walk scheme in operation.
Friday 27th July
On Friday 27th, a FREE park and walk will operate from Y Gwyndy Campus on Pontygwindy Road. There are no buses transporting visitors from this site to the event, visitors will need to walk to the event site. The site is open for parking from 2.00pm - 11.00pm.
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th July
On Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th a Park and Walk will operate from Y Gwyndy Campus on Pontygwindy Road at a fee of £3 per car. There are no buses transporting visitors from this site to the event, visitors will need to walk to the event site. The site is open for parking from 10.00am - 8.00pm.
Also on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th, a Park and Ride will operate from St.Cenydd School and Bedwas High School. Both car parks will be operating at a fee of £5 per car, The sites will be open for parking from 10.00am - 8.00pm, with the last buses leaving the event site at 7.45pm.
For park and rides follow the temporary signs from the A470, A469 and A468.
Disabled parking is located at St Cenydd School Park & Ride.
The drop off and collection point for Bedwas High School park and ride is Castle Court Shopping Centre bus stop at the front of the castle in the Town Centre.
St Cenydd School Park and Ride buses will drop off and collect on Nantgarw Road at the end of the event site.
For more information about the event please visit: http://www.bigcheesecaerphilly.co.uk/
Officers will be in the locality all weekend, and Caerphilly Police Station on Cardiff Road will be open 9-5pm.
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