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Man arrested after van collides with shop front in town centre
Man arrested after van collides with shop front in town centre
The 24-year-old driver currently remains in police custody
A large police presence was on the scene following the incident
(Image: Christan Evans )
A man has been arrested after a van collided with a shop front in Ystradgynlais town centre.
Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed the incident happened just before 8pm on Tuesday, June 17. According to the force a white van collided with a shop front in Brecon Road.
The driver allegedly made off on foot and was later found by officers and arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, taking a vehicle without consent, being unfit through drugs, driving without insurance, and driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence.
The 24-year-old driver remained in police custody on Wednesday. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here.
Photos from the scene showed a large emergency service presence in the town centre as well as the extent of the damage following the incident.
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A spokesman for Dyfed-Powys Police said officers were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.
The incident happened in Ystradgynlais town centre
(Image: Christan Evans )
They are appealing for anyone with any information that could help their inquiries to get in touch.
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People can get in touch with the force via their website or by emailing 101@ or calling the non-emergency contact number 101 quoting reference: 25*498270.
