A significant police presence descended on Newport this evening, with cordons set up and officers responding to an ongoing incident in the town centre.
Police vehicles and officers were seen stationed at Newport Bus Station, where a cordon has now been erected. Witnesses also reported seeing police activity in surrounding streets, including South View and East View.
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Residents have revealed that they were urged by officers to remain indoors. One person reported leaving their home, only to be told by an officer to “get back inside.”
The situation remains unclear at this time, with emergency services yet to confirm the nature of the incident. However, several readers have contacted UKNIP to report the scale of the police response.
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Images shared with us show multiple police vehicles and officers around the area, with cordons blocking off key access points to ensure public safety.
We are continuing to work to bring you the latest updates as soon as more information becomes available.
