This week marked the start of Vulnerable Road Users Awareness Week, a crucial initiative for our community’s safety. Why did the council’s consultants design a sprawling 5-lane junction on a single carriageway? Our dedicated MountainAsh Neighbourhood Policing Team took proactive measures by organizing a speed safety operation. This operation stemmed from growing concerns regarding speeding…
You may remember us introducing four puppies back in November 2021 – Holly, Jasper, Otto and Scout. Fast-forward almost two years and we’d like to update you on how they are getting on in their roles as police dogs. The four joined Team SWP as part of a puppy development programme for both general-purpose and…
South Wales Police are investigating a serious road traffic collision involving a single motorcycle on Station Road, Treorchy outside the Pencelli Hotel which occurred at 11:30 am on Sunday 10 September 2023. The motorcyclist suffered serious injuries and was conveyed to hospital. We are appealing for any witnesses to contact South Wales Police quoting reference…
After attending the Aberaman Ward Pact meeting on July 20th, I found the proceedings rather intriguing. Typically, these local gatherings centre around discussions concerning off-road motorbikes or scramblers. However, during this particular meeting, a constable made a significant announcement that raised concerns among attendees: the police would no longer actively pursue or follow individuals riding…
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has published an update on its investigation into the deaths of Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans, in Ely on May 22. You can read the update below Our thoughts continue to be with the families and friends of both boys and those affected by this tragedy. Investigation progressing into…
Domestic abuser Anthony Foley has been jailed for three years and four months. In June, Foley, 44, punched his partner in the face and jabbed her with a kitchen knife after she refused to have sex with him. The judge at Merthyr Crown Court described the behaviour as “appalling, violent, and brutal.” Officers arrived a…
Gavin Jones, aged 38 has been charged with possession with intent to supply class C drugs. This follows an investigation carried out by the Organised Crime Unit into Jones from Ferndale as a result of information received locally. He was been arrested, charged and remanded in custody following appearance at Merthyr Tydfil Youth Court earlier…
Welsh Conservatives Shadow Minister for Transport, Natasha Asghar MS, has heard concerns from a firefighter over the impact of the Labour Government’s 20mph default speed limit. The retained firefighter highlighted that: – The 20mph default speed limit will delay firefighters getting to stations in their own vehicles. – Fire incidents will take longer to get…
South Wales Police has partnered with the Council for Wales of Voluntary Youth Services (CWVYS) to enhance the delivery of the force’s Police Youth Volunteers scheme and to open up new opportunities for young people. The four-year agreement is being funded by the Police and Crime Commissioner and marks an exciting new chapter for the Police Youth…
A man has been charged following an attack on two police officers in Pontypridd on Monday evening. Officers stopped to help a man who looked like he was in distress, however as they approached, he proceeded to then douse them in petrol and then violently threatened to set them alight. He was subsequently arrested following…
