A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: "The cause of the fire is still being investigated and extensive enquiries are being carried out at the scene.". Elizabeth Macregor, 57, took the books from the public library she worked at in Pontypridd, South Wales. The Pontypridd & Llantrisant Observer is published by Media Wales, a subsidiary company of Reach PLC, which is a member of IPSO, the Independent Press Standards Organisation. "Then my entire kitchen shook. Four ambulance vehicles were dispatched to the scene in Pontypridd and one person has been taken to the Royal Glamorgan Hospital for further treatment after suffering puncture wounds. You can unsubscribe at any time. 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If you need to report a crime, please call 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016. Felt like a car had driven into our house.". Trains from Cardiff to Pontypridd will be disrupted for five days, Transport for Wales has confirmed. We understand that they are still at the scene. A third pedestrian, a 36-year-old man from Llantrisant, was treated for minor injuries. It happened in Pontypridd town centre in Rhondda Cynon Taf just after midnight on Saturday. February 27, 2023. Officers also closed roads in the area around the police station in Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, including roads near the bus station. Det Supt Darren George said: This incident has understandably caused significant concern locally and we are working hard to identify who was responsible for this murder.. 33,100) 16km away, Tonypandy (pop. Authorities finally arrested a suspect Friday in the Feb. 27, 2011, shooting Something went wrong, please try again later. South Wales Police have confirmed their attendance at the incident at Pontypridd train station this afternoon. In response to our query, a spokesperson for South Wales Police has confirmed that the cause of the fire is still being investigated and there are no casualties. The resident added that he didn't think anyone was in the property at the time and that no one had been hurt. 100's of premium titles. Speaking ahead of the game Head Coach Steve Law said "it's a top of the table clash that is live on TV and gives everyone an opportunity to showcase what they can do. William Edward Evans, from Welshpool, was 79 years old when he was airlifted to hospital with multiple injuries following a two-vehicle collision on the A458 between Cyfronydd . By mid-afternoon most of the road closures, with the exception of Hurford Crescent, had been lift. Read about our approach to external linking. Two pedestrians, a man and women both aged 32 and from Pontypridd, died at the scene. The family of Ms Cornwell, who was from the Hampshire area of England, said they hoped she is now "at peace". Here you will find out about up and coming events, meet your local officers and keep in touch with them via social media. Reports on social media suggest that residents of Hurford Crescent and nearby Heath Crescent took refuge at the nearby St Catherine Church in the area. He added: "I could see smoke and flame. 30,400) 20 km away. But when I phone 999 it was clear they were already on their way. . The B4273, also known as Ynysybwl Road, remained closed between Cefn Close to Daren Ddu Road, police said on Saturday evening. A 38-year-old woman died as a result of injuries sustained and a 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of her murder. Cardiff Central to Pontypridd on Saturday, April 8 and Sunday, April 9 Pontypridd to Treherbert on Monday, April 9 to Thursday, April 13 Ystrad Mynach to Bargoed/ Rhymney on Tuesday, April 11 to . . Want to book a hotel in Wales? 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There is still a road closure on Hurford Crescent, our reporter has confirmed. As part of the investigation, a police cordon is. Teams work closely with local authorities, organisations, partners and residents to decide policing priorities. The woman was discovered at a property in Llantwit Fardre, Pontypridd at around 2.45pm on Sunday. Their next of kin are aware and are being supported by officers.". Once . His family said they are grateful to everybody who tried to help and their thoughts are with the driver of the vehicle involved. Our photographer and reporter are now at the scene. To sign up, visit our preference centre here where you'll find Pontypridd Online . 62,500) 16km away, and Pontypridd (pop . Who is DCI John Caldwell, the senior officer shot in Northern Ireland? (WHDH) - Police are investigating a reported shooting that took place in the area of 54 North Main Street in Brockton Sunday night, according to the Brockton . 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Your local team is made up of officers and PCSOs based in this area who are both visible and accessible. Kathryn "Katie" Hansen, 27, is suspected in the the murder of a 32-year-old man who was found shot multiple times in a bedroom of a residence in Mesa, Arizona, police said. "We appreciate this caused some disruption but we had to ensure the safety of the public," South Wales Police said in a statement. Dyfed-Powys Police launched a missing persons search covering a vast area but the search for the 57-year-old was unsuccessful, Pontypridd Coroners' Court heard on Wednesday, February 22. Llanelli\'s First For Hyperlocal News. Police investigating circumstances of tragedy which has left community in shock. The names Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is proposing for two new 3-16 schools and a new Welsh medium school in Pontypridd have been revealed. The crash happened on the B4273, Ynysybwl Road at 6.30pm on Friday. She said the road, from Cefn Close to Daren Ddu Road, remained closed and thanked the community for patience and understanding. A spokesman for South Wales Police said on Sunday morning: "We are at the scene of an incident on Hurford Crescent, Pontypridd. An earthquake aftershock alert was even received in Newcastle. Armed police have swooped on Pontypridd train station after an incident man left a 25-year-old man with "traumatic" injuries. A spokesman for South Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they were called to the terraced property at 7.09am on February 5 and attended with seven water ladders. 2023 BBC. More. In a statement this afternoon, they said: South Wales Police was alerted by the fire service to a house fire in Hurford Crescent, Pontypridd, just before 7.30am today. However he pointed out that the houses on either side have suffered both fire and smoke damage. The South Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that officers and an appliance from Whitchurch are still at the scene for "hotspots" at the property. Local news and views in Pontypridd and Llantrisant Powered by the journalists from WalesOnline and the Pontypridd Observer. Investigations are ongoing to confirm the identity of the body. Pontypridd is the most dangerous medium-sized town in Mid Glamorgan, and is among the top 20 most dangerous overall out of Mid Glamorgan's 68 towns, villages, and cities. In a statement they said: Kayleigh was a daughter, sister and mother to five beautiful children who she adored and was adored by them. . See the Story More info. An estimated 80,000 people lined the streets to see the Prince of Pontypridd home again. A man and a woman, both aged 32, died at the scene of the crash on the B4273 in Pontypridd, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Met Office said yesterday was Cardiff's third wettest January day on record - with 41.2mm of rain falling in 24 hours. Bookmark. The road closures led to travel disruption as bus company Stagecoach announced they would not be able to serve Pontypridd bus station until further notice. MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A suspect wanted in connection to the homicide of Common Council President Jos Perez's niece is dead Tuesday night, Feb. 28, according to a police source. Take our personality test to find out if you're more Gavla than Smithy, Man pleads guilty to dangerous and careless driving before boxer was killed. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. POLL - Who should be the next SNP leader? Two people have died and another person injured in south Wales following a collision between a car and pedestrians. The service will be affected all day from Sunday, March 5 to Thursday, March 9, as work continues on the construction of the new . Teams are made up of officers based in the area, supported by additional officers from the wider area. Cardiff travel to Church Bank Llandovery on Thursday in a top of the table clash. Here is last information from city - Pontypridd on 2023-02-09, it consists of 36 articles. South Wales police say man and women, both 32, died at scene of incident on Friday. Then get in touch.. Use our page to discuss local issues and your comments could even make it into a future article. Among the hundreds she stole between August 2016 and January 2017 was a rare account of the . "One man has been conveyed to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. News Wall. A force spokeswoman earlier said: "A number of police units are currently in Pontypridd following an incident which occurred at approximately 11.30am near Pontypridd train station on Friday, 28 May, 2021. Quiz: Which Gavin and Stacey character are you? Ebbw Vale (pop. An incident room has been set up in Cardiff and door-to-door enquiries have been carried out, police said, but no arrests have yet been made. Final news inside Pontypridd. A man has suffered a "significant and permanent injury" following an assault. 1 Mar 2023. Known by the locals as Ponty, Pontypridd is the county town for Rhondda Cynon Taf, even though its population is slightly smaller than nearby Aberdare. A Welsh Ambulance Service spokesman said: "We were called to Pontypridd Railway Station this morning, Friday 28 May at approximately 11.27am to reports of a person with traumatic injuries. Or is it just a bit of driftwood, spotted near seaside resort, Constance Marten and Mark Gordon live updates as police hold press conference, The couple were found without their baby who is understood to be two months old. What's he waiting for? 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Teams work closely with local authorities, organisations, partners and residents to decide policing priorities. We adhere to the Editors' Code Of Practice as enforced by IPSO, who are contactable for advice at IPSO, Gate House, 1 Farringdon Street, London, EC4M 7LG. The South Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that they were called to the incident just before 7.10AM this morning. Luckily scenes of local daily life were photographed and filmed many times over the past century, so we can see how the Welsh town changed over time. All you need to do is switch the toggles on for the newsletters that interest you, press save, then enter your email address when prompted. Evansville Watch, a website and Facebook page that monitors local police scanner traffic to report incidents "as they happen," posted about the shooting to more than 155,000 followers at 5:14 p.m. Delays are expected in the area.". Kayleigh Cornwell, 32, was one of two pedestrians killed in the traffic collision on Ynysybwl Road on Friday 27 January. Police say a man and a woman, both aged 32, died at the scene of the crash on the B4273 in Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, at about 18:30 GMT on Friday. My cat was frightened. Kayleigh Cornwell and Jason Morgan, both aged 32, died at the scene. Services 60 & 61 will terminate at Abercynon until the situation is resolved. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Fire and rescue service from Pontypridd, Abercynon, Tonypandy and Caerphilly as well as Gilfach Goch stations have attended the scene. Next thing,the emergency services were outside unreeling their hoses." Pictures from the scene show that the area in front of the station was cordoned off, as was the Graig area behind the train station. When to call the police. DeSantis won't say he's running. 57,430 stories Covid-19. 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