Live updates as police close main valleys road
A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: "We're at the scene of an incident on Bute Street, Treorchy.
"The road is currently closed in both directions between the junction of Croyten Street and the junction for Dunraven Terrace.
"It is expected to remain closed for some time; please avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible. We're grateful for your patience." For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here
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