Officers were called to Mill Road in Pontnewynydd at around 7.15pm on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Four men have been arrested following the incident, which saw officers supported by firearms teams and the National Police Air Service. A police helicopter from NPAS St Athan arrived at the scene within 10 minutes of being deployed and remained in the area for one hour and 15 minutes. "Arriving at the scene within ten minutes, the total flying time on the task was one hour and 15 minutes. Gwent Police are particularly keen to hear from anyone who was in the Pontnewynydd area, including Hospital Road or Mill Road, between 7pm and 7.30pm.