Lucy John

A major overnight fire at Star Trading Estate in Caerleon, Newport, prompted the evacuation of the site and deployment of extensive South Wales Fire and Rescue Service resources, with Gwent Police also attending. Residents were advised to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed because of smoke, while Ponthir Road was closed. Nearby businesses were affected, and residents reported disrupted or discoloured water supplies. Firefighters later contained the blaze, withdrew from the site while monitoring continued, and handed the premises back to its owners. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Gwent Police announced a joint investigation.

A 25-year-old man was found dead at Penmaenau Farm in Llanelwedd after police responded to a medical emergency, with his death currently treated as unexplained. Three men were arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences as officers maintained a presence at the site. Police described the incident as isolated and said no wider public risk was identified, while the man’s family is being supported by specialist officers.

A woman was found dead in Newport city centre, prompting a murder investigation and the arrest of a 66-year-old man. Firearms officers responded to reports of an altercation on St Vincent Road, which remains cordoned off as police conduct inquiries. Authorities say they are not seeking additional suspects and urge anyone with information or relevant footage from early Saturday morning to contact Gwent Police or Crimestoppers.