Three individuals have been taken into custody after routine beats carried out by local officers in Cwmbran.

Law enforcement held the adult men under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act during the earlier part of this week.

The trio, whose origins lie in Torfaen and Newport, were apprehended on suspicion of holding Class B substances with the purpose of distribution. Inquiries are ongoing and they continue to be examined.

Authorities stated that all three individuals, originating from Torfaen and Newport, were taken into custody on suspicion of possessing Class B drugs with intent to supply.

Officers emphasised that intelligence provided by community members continues to play a crucial role in combating criminal activity and are encouraging locals to voice any worries through dialling 101, posting on social platforms, visiting the Gwent Police online portal, or approaching officers on their local patches.