Teen Girl Dies in Early Morning Crash in Caerphilly

A beige Skoda Octavia smashed into trouble at 5.05 a.m. on Sunday on Brook Row, Fochriw, Caerphilly, say Gwent Police.

Tragic Fatality at the Scene

Emergency crews raced to the scene, but the 17-year-old girl from Mountain Ash was pronounced dead on arrival.

Man Arrested Over Deadly Crash

A 21-year-old man from Rhymney was arrested, suspected of causing death by dangerous driving and driving under the influence.

Road Closures and Detours

Brook Row remains closed to traffic while police investigate. Drivers are advised to follow local detours.

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