🚨 **Shock in Newport: Arrest Following Major Incident on Duckpool Road** 🚨
On a Sunday evening, what seemed like a routine call about a possible gas leak on Duckpool Road turned into a dramatic event involving police and fire crews. Initially responding to reports of a suspected carbon monoxide issue, emergency services arrived after a woman in the area felt unwell. 🏠
🔍 After thorough checks by the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, no signs of gas or carbon monoxide were found. However, the situation took a startling turn as a 49-year-old man from Newport was arrested on suspicion of administering a substance with intent to commit a sexual offence. He remains in police custody while investigations continue. 🚔
The road was temporarily closed during the incident but has since been reopened with authorities assuring that there’s no ongoing risk to the public. The woman, as a precaution, visited the hospital and is reported to be safe. 🏥
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