A defendant has admitted to drug dealing charges in the Gwent valleys area.

Corey Baldwin, aged 23, from Blackwood entered guilty pleas to involvement in supplying a class A substance and to having class A drugs with intent to supply.

The accused also acknowledged guilt for simple possession of ecstasy and ketamine substances.

Newport Magistrates’ Court was told the criminal conduct occurred between May 15, 2025 and August 10, 2025.

The matter was forwarded to the crown court for sentencing scheduled for April 23.

Baldwin, residing at Twyn Gardens in Cefn Fforest, received unconditional bail.