🚨 **Murder Investigation in Blaenavon** 🚨
In what is certainly a shocking turn of events, a murder investigation is underway in Blaenavon. Around 2am on Friday morning, emergency services, including paramedics and armed police, rushed to Riverside Drive. They arrived to find a man with severe injuries, who sadly passed away at the scene. The tragic death of this local 47-year-old man has sent ripples through the community.
The police have acted swiftly, arresting a 34-year-old man from Torfaen on suspicion of murder. He’s currently in custody, and authorities have assured folks that they aren’t looking for anybody else related to this incident at the moment.
Residents reported quite a hectic scene in the early hours, with armed police and a helicopter overhead. A police cordon has been set to allow forensic teams to carry out their investigations.
Detective Chief Inspector Jitka Tomkova-Griffiths of Gwent Police acknowledged the community’s concern but reassured that officers are out in force around the area. If anyone has information that might help the investigation, please do step forward and speak to the officers or contact them via the usual channels.
Wales Air Ambulance was on the scene and has confirmed its involvement.
Let’s come together as a community and support one another during this distressing time. If anyone has any insights or witnessed anything unusual, don’t hesitate—reach out to the authorities. Stay safe, everyone. 💔
For those looking to share information, contact Gwent Police by calling 101, messaging their social media, or using their website form quoting log ref 2500331809. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
Stay updated and stay alert.