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A 39-year-old woman has ben arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving after a road traffic collision between a motorbike and a car.

The collision happened in Park Place, Gilfach, at around 8.45pm on Thursday 3 June.

The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old man, died at the scene and has been named by police as Owen Carey Thomas from the Gilfach area. His family are being supported by specialist officers.

Gwent Police is appealing for witnesses to come forward and any drivers who may have dash-cam footage.

Anybody with any information can contact police on 101, quoting reference number 2100194346.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.