**Armed Police Respond After Gunshots Reported During Late-Night Incident in Newport**
Residents in Newport experienced a dramatic scene late on Thursday night following reports of gunshots in the city. The incident, which took place on Ringland Circle just before midnight on 11 July, prompted a swift response by Gwent Police, including heavily armed officers and support from the National Police Air Service (NPAS).
Neighbours were left startled as the sound of gunfire echoed down the street just after 11.40pm. According to local reports, a disturbance had been heard before the alleged gunshots, leading to numerous calls to the police. Authorities quickly assembled at the scene, determined to ascertain the scale and seriousness of the situation.
Armed police officers, specially trained to handle potential firearm threats, arrived at Ringland Circle alongside support from the police helicopter. Their arrival marked the beginning of an extensive operation, with police working to identify and detain those suspected of involvement in the night’s events. Officers tracked two vehicles believed to be tied to the incident as part of their immediate enquiries.
During the operation, three men, all aged 22, were arrested on suspicion of multiple offences, including making threats to kill. At the time of this report, the suspects remain in police custody as investigations continue. Gwent Police have indicated that their enquiries are still underway, and officers are working methodically to establish the exact sequence of events and the motive behind the incident.
Police officials have confirmed that, fortunately, no injuries were reported in connection with the reported gunfire. Despite the frightening nature of the event, emergency services have indicated that no one required hospital treatment as a result of the late-night disturbance.
In the wake of the incident, Gwent Police have increased their presence in the Ringland area. Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) have also been deployed to collect forensic evidence, and local residents are likely to notice ongoing police activity for the foreseeable future while the investigation remains active. Such a significant police presence is not uncommon in the aftermath of reported firearms incidents, as authorities work to provide reassurance to the local community.
In a statement, a Gwent Police spokesperson said: “We received reports of a disturbance on Ringland Circle, Newport, after gunshots were reportedly heard at around 11.40pm on Thursday, 11 July. Officers, including specially trained firearms officers and with the assistance of NPAS, were deployed to the area and tracked two vehicles connected to the incident. We’ve arrested three men – all aged 22 – on suspicion of multiple offences including threats to kill. They all remain in custody at this time. No injuries have been reported, and as investigations continue, residents can expect an enhanced police presence and further forensic work in the area.”
Authorities are appealing to anyone with information or who may have witnessed the disturbance to contact police immediately, either by phone or through the Gwent Police website. Independent witnesses can often prove to be key in piecing together events in fast-moving and complex investigations such as this.
The events in Ringland Circle highlight ongoing concerns around violent crime and the presence of firearms in the community. While such incidents are rare, police services continue to remind the public of the importance of reporting suspicious activity promptly to help keep neighbourhoods safe.
As local residents process the aftermath of the incident, Gwent Police have reiterated their commitment to resolving the situation and ensuring those responsible are brought to justice. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses, with the community urged to remain alert but reassured by the robust response of law enforcement.
Anyone who heard or saw anything unusual in the Ringland area on Thursday night is encouraged to come forward, as even seemingly minor details can prove crucial to the ongoing inquiry into this serious incident.