Man taken to hospital after being 'assaulted with substance'
A 55-year-old man was taken to the Grange University Hospital for treatment. An investigation into the incident is under way and police are appealing for any witnesses that may be able to help them with their inquiries to come forward.
The substance that was reportedly thrown has been tested and police say there is no ongoing risk posed to members of the community.
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The man's injuries are not serious and he has since been discharged. Never miss a Newport story by subscribing to our newsletter here.
Temporary chief superintendent Jason White said on Saturday: 'An investigation in under way and officers will be carrying out further house-to-house inquiries in the area today.
"We are appealing for witnesses or anyone who has any information which could assist us and has not yet spoken to officers.'
Anyone with information can contact Gwent Police by calling 101, visiting their website, or sending a direct message on Facebook or X using reference 2500220941.
A spokesman for the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board confirmed the patient was not taken to the emergency department.
They added that processes were followed to prevent cross-contamination and the patient was taken to a decontamination unit.
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