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A 20-year-old man from Risca was one of five people arrested after an estimated £400,000 worth of class A drugs were seized by police during a series of early morning raids.

Gwent Police carried out five drug raids across south Wales at around 5am on Tuesday September 24, including at properties in Risca and Crosskeys.

Other raids were carried out in Cardiff and Newport.

The 20-year-old was arrested on suspicion of possessing cannabis and conspiracy to supply it, as well as conspiracy to supply cocaine.

Two quad bikes, class A and B drugs, a knife, cash, and a car were also seized by police during the raids.

Senior investigating officer, Detective Chief Inspector Michael Preston, said: “Tuesday’s activities are some of the many ways in which we are tackling serious and organised crime.

“We are committed to protecting those at risk from exploitation and making Gwent a hostile environment for those seeking to do harm.

“The majority of our residents are honest, law-abiding, and hard-working people. They deserve to be able to live and work in neighbourhoods that are safe and not overshadowed by those involved in such crimes.”

DCI Preston added: “It is, and should always be all of us in the community against these criminals. The public have an important role to play in providing information that can assist us in dismantling county lines drugs lines and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

“I would urge anyone with any information about drug dealing in the community to report it to us, so we can take action.”