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Man, 63, arrested and drugs seized after police raid

News | Rhys Williams | Published: 15:31, Wednesday February 4th, 2026.
Last updated: 11:24, Friday February 6th, 2026

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Gwent Police officers carrying out a drug raid at a property in Cefn Fforest during the early hours of Wednesday February 4

A 63-year-old man has been arrested following a police drug raid in Cefn Fforest.

A property was raided in the early hours of Wednesday February 4, with suspected heroin and cocaine seized, alongside an offensive weapon.

In a statement, Gwent Police said: “Officers used a hooligan tool and reciprocating saw to gain entry to the suspect’s address, before detaining the man and carrying out a search.

“Neighbourhood officers arrested a 63-year-old man from Blackwood on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of heroin and possession of an offensive weapon in a private place.”

The man remains in police custody.

Sergeant Liam Brown of Gwent Police, said: “We’re continuing to work tirelessly to crack down on the production, sale and supply of illegal drugs that bring misery, suffering and fear to vulnerable people and their families, and we’ll continue to act on any information the public has on drug offences in their area.

“If you have any concerns about drug supply, crime or antisocial behaviour where you live, please report it so we can act, and carry out proactive operations like the one in Cefn Fforest this morning.”

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