Any form of violence against women and girls (VAWG) is unacceptable, and we continue to work tirelessly with our communities and partners to tackle the issue and ensure that we get the best for our victims, empowering our communities to become safer and stronger. Today marks White Ribbon Day and the 16 days of action…
South Wales Police continue to investigate a burglary at St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff. Gavin Burnett, 43, and Darren Burnett, 50, both from Northampton, have been charged with burglary and are remanded in custody. Items of Bronze Age gold jewellery were stolen from a display case in the museum’s main building at around…
On Friday, November 7, Rowan Barnett-Davies, a 23-year-old resident of Brecon Road, Hirwaun, was sentenced to eight years in prison at Newport Crown Court. He had previously pleaded guilty to multiple serious charges involving child sexual offences, including 21 counts of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, three counts of engaging…
Sian Jones and Gavin Vokins were jailed for a total of 5 years and 2 months following a drugs warrant. The execution of the drug warrant on Sunday May 4 at a property on Cae Coed in Cwbach, Aberdare, highlights our ongoing efforts to combat drug-related activities in the community. The warrant, prompted by concerns…
We’re thrilled to partner with the JB17 Performance Training ‘Football Coaching in the Community’ initiative! Together, we’re empowering young people through sports. Youth Engagement Officer PC Nick Rayner is supporting Jon Brown and his team by promoting teamwork, discipline, and respect. Recently, he talked to the kids about the impact of anti-social behaviour and our…
Aaron Lloyd, 28, of Oak Street, Clydach, Tonypandy was sentenced on Monday, October 27, to two years and five months in prison for multiple offences, including dangerous driving, driving without a valid license, and using a vehicle without third-party insurance. On June 4, 2025, police were alerted when a stolen vehicle activated Automatic Number Plate…
South Wales Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision involving a 13-year-old boy on Hill Street, Pen-Y-Graig, Tonypandy, at approximately 3:30pm last Thursday, October 23. The teenager was riding a scooter when he and a 14-year-old friend exited a back lane onto Hill Street. As they did, the driver of a vehicle approached, and…
Luke Jones, 28, of Fairfield Close, Cwmbach, Aberdare, has been sentenced to 4 years and 6 months in prison for possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, including crack cocaine and heroin, as well as possession of Class B drugs, namely cannabis. The sentencing took place on October 23 at Merthyr Crown Court. The…
As part of Op Bang, our Licensing Officers have been actively engaging with local shops . Today, PC Moseley visited the Cynon Valley, sharing valuable advice with retailers on curbing anti-social behaviour. At Cwmdare Store, Mr. Joy is proudly supporting our efforts by limiting the sale of eggs and flour to children. If shopkeepers decline…
Zoe Peters, 36, of Rhydyfelin, Pontypridd has been charged with attempt murder and conspiracy to wound another. She will appear at Cardiff Magistrates Court this morning, Tuesday October 28. Detective Inspector Rebecca Merchant said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and loved ones of Liam Woolford at this difficult time. “I would like to thank the…
