Officers investigating a report of violent disorder in Pontnewynydd, near Pontypool have launched a murder investigation following the death of a 56-year-old man.

Gwent Police received a report of violent disorder involving a group of men in Mill Street, at around 7.15pm on Thursday 6 August 2026.

A 56-year-old man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and has since sadly died. His family are being supported by specialist officers.

A number of people have been arrested in connection with the disorder. They all remain in police custody.

Senior investigating officer, Detective Superintendent Laura Bartley said: “We recognise that reports of this nature will cause concern in our community, but we have officers continuing to work around the clock, conducting enquiries as part of the investigation.

“We’re trying to establish the movements of those involved both before and after the disorder and are asking motorists who were driving along Hospital Road, Mill Road and the surrounding areas between 6pm and 9pm on Thursday to check their dashcam footage."