Two men arrested after police manhunt

Yahoo

3 days ago

Two men have been arrested in connection with an alleged burglary. Officers were called to Fair View in Pengam, near Blackwood, following a report that three men entered an address at around 1.45am on Tuesday, May 20.
A man was allegedly assaulted at the property during the incident. He went to hospital for treatment but has since been discharged. Gwent Police previously appealed for people with information that would help them identify two men to come forward.
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. If you know who they are, then I would urge you to get it touch with us."
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A 37-year-old man from the Wolverhampton area and a 32-year-old man from the Stafford area have since been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary. They were both later released on bail.
A man from London, also 37, had previously been arrested on on suspicion of aggravated burglary, dangerous driving and possession of firearms.
He was charged with driving a motor vehicle dangerously, possession of a firearm and going equipped for burglary and was remanded to appear at Newport Magistrates' Court.
He was released under investigation for threats to kill and aggravated burglary with intent and enquiries are ongoing.
This follows the arrest of a London man, also 37, on suspicion of aggravated burglary, dangerous driving and possession of firearms.
He was charged with driving a motor vehicle dangerously, possession of a firearm and going equipped for burglary and was remanded to appear at Newport Magistrates' Court.
He was released under investigation for threats to kill and aggravated burglary with intent and enquiries are ongoing.
Gwent Police are appealing for anyone with information that could assist their investigation to come forward.
The force can be contacted via 101, through their website or by sending a direct message on social media. Log reference 2500158756 should be quoted.
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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