Gwent’s Police and Crime Commissioner Ian Johnston has admitted he told Chief Constable Carmel Napier to retire or be forced out.Mr Johnston made the admission on BBC Radio Wales after the South…
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Snakes stolen in New Tredegar burglary
Two Boa constrictors and a Californian King Snake were stolen during a burglary in New TredegarThe theft took place at a property in Jones Street, Phillipstown, at approximately 11.35pm on Wednesday June…
Gwent Police confirms retirement of Chief Constable
Gwent Police has publicly confirmed the retirement of Chief Constable Carmel Napier after it was revealed last week she would be stepping down.Labour MPs Wayne David and Chris Evans have claimed Mrs…
Microlight aircraft stolen from Blackwood
A microlight aircraft has been stolen from a car park in Blackwood.
Police and Crime Commissioner meets Rhymney residents
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent Ian Johnston recently met with the Pen-y-Dre Tenants’ and Residents’ Association.Along with members of the association were representatives from Caerphilly County Borough Council’s housing team,…
Two men jailed after burglary of blind and deaf 79-year-old woman’s Blackwood home
Two men have been jailed after breaking into the home of a 79-year-old partially deaf and blind woman.
MP claims “appalling relationship” with Police and Crime Commissioner behind retirement of Gwent Police Chief Constable
Gwent Police Chief Constable Carmel Napier is to retire amid claims she clashed with the force’s elected Police and Crime Commissioner.
All Wales summer anti drink drive campaign 2013 launched
The four Welsh police forces have launched their joint summer drink drive campaign for 2013.Police claim that during the summer months, with an increase in parties and barbecues, instances of drink driving…
Burglars let taps run during Blackwood burglary
Burglars raided a property while its owners were away and left the taps running.Detectives are appealing for information following the break-in at a home on Bedwellty Road, Blackwood.The burglary occurred sometime between…
Tribute to 72-year-old Maesycwmmer motorcyclist killed on Severn Bridge
The partner of a 72-year-old motorcyclist killed in a crash on the Severn Bridge has said he died doing what he loved best.