A murder investigation has been launched after a 33-year-old man from Rhymney died following injuries sustained in an assault in Blackwood.

The assault happened on Apollo Way at around 10pm on Tuesday, January 14.

The man was taken to hospital where he later died from his injuries.

A 32-year-old man from Blackwood has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Gwent Police has launched an appeal for information.

Anyone with information can contact Gwent Police on 101, quoting reference 2000016470.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.