A man has been charged in connection with a shooting incident in the Morriston area of Swansea, with three arrests made overall.
South Wales Police said a vehicle "sustained damage consistent with a firearms discharge" in an incident on Friday evening, November 6, in the Clase Road area. The incident sparked a major police response which saw armed officers called to the area.
Charges and arrests
Thomas Gilheany, 29, has been charged with possessing an offensive weapon and affray. He is due to appear at Swansea Magistrates Court on Monday.
A 41-year-old man, from Llansamlet, arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life, and a 16-year-old boy, also from Llansamlet, arrested on suspicion of affray, have been released on police bail. There are no known injuries in connection with the incident.
Appeal for information
The major crime investigation team at South Wales Police is continuing its investigation. Detectives are appealing for information, particularly from motorists who were travelling along Clase Road, Samlet Road, Upper Forest Way or Valley Way between 4.15pm and 4.30pm, and those who travelled along Valley Way between 12pm and 1.30pm.
"Even if they did not witness the incident itself or see anything they considered significant at the time, they are asked to submit their dashcam footage as it may have captured information, vehicles or movements that are important to the investigation," the force said.
Dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone footage can be submitted via the Major Incident Public Portal. Other information can also be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police statement
Chief Superintendent Stephen Jones said: "Our investigation which involves teams of detectives and specialist staff continues. Incidents such as this one are rare but we appreciate they cause significant concern within local communities."
"Our visible policing presence will remain in the area as officers continue their enquiries and provide reassurance to local residents. I would like to thank members of the public who have assisted with our investigation so far."
