Armed police in Porth after brawl leads to arrests
Armed police in Porth after brawl leads to arrests

Armed police were called to a street in Porth on Sunday afternoon following reports of a fight between four men, with several arrests made.

A large police presence was seen in the Cymmer area of Porth at around 2.30pm on Sunday. Officers were called to reports of a fight on Graigwen Road, according to a spokesman for South Wales Police.

Arrests Made

An 18-year-old from Porth was arrested on suspicion of affray and remains in police custody.

Two 17-year-olds, one from Swansea and another from Aberfan, were also arrested on suspicion of affray. They have since been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

Police Statement

A police statement said: "South Wales Police was called at 2.30pm on Sunday November 8, to reports of a fight between four men on Graigwen Road, Porth.

"A 17-year-old from Swansea was arrested on suspicion of affray but was later released on bail pending further investigations. A 17-year-old from Aberfan was arrested on suspicion of affray but was later released on bail pending further investigations.

"An 18-year-old from Porth was arrested on suspicion of affray and currently remains in police custody.

"Investigations into the incident are ongoing."