Police hunt two suspects after 'man assaulted during burglary'
Police hunt two suspects after 'man assaulted during burglary'
Officers said a vehicle alleged to be involved in the incident was later involved in a pursuit on the M4
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police
(Image: WalesOnline/ Rob Browne )
Police are looking for two men following an alleged burglary. The alleged incident took place at an address in Pengam at around 1.45am on Tuesday, May 20.
Gwent Police said officers were called to Fair View following a report that three men entered an address at around 1.45am on Tuesday 20 May. A man was allegedly assaulted at the property and he later attended hospital for treatment but was since discharged.
Police said a black Audi, believed to have been used by those involved in the burglary, was later seen heading towards the M4, before a pursuit took place involving officers from Avon and Somerset Police.
A spokesperson for the force said: "The car was later involved in a collision with a Nissan Juke at around 2.50am near junction 17 of the M4 in Wiltshire."
A 37-year-old man from London was later charged with driving a motor vehicle dangerously, possession of a firearm and going equipped for burglary.
He was remanded to appear at Newport Magistrates Court on Thursday, May 22. In addition he was released under investigation for allegations of threats to kill and aggravated burglary with intent.
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Officers from Gwent Police said they are appealing for information regarding two more men.
Detective Superintendent Steven Maloney, the senior investigating officer, said: 'Our investigation into these matters continues and we're keen to identify the other two men reportedly involved in the [alleged] burglary earlier this week.
'If you know who they are, then I would urge you to get it touch with us."
He added: "I'm grateful to the public for their patience and understanding as officers carried out their enquiries.'
A Gwent Police spokesman said: "Anyone with information that could assist our investigation is asked to call 101, contact us via our website or send us a direct message on social media, quoting log reference 2500158756.
"You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously with information by calling 0800 555 111 or going to their website to report online in confidence."
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