A police cordon is in place after a "suspicious item" was found near Aberfan and Merthyr Community Centre in Aberfan. Officers were called to the Taff Trail at around 10.30am on Saturday, October 17 following a report of the item.
Officers treating report seriously
A statement from police said officers are treating the report "seriously" and a cordon has been put in place "whilst the item is attended to in order to ensure the safety of the public".
People are being asked to avoid the area whilst emergency services attend the scene.
Incident ongoing
It is understood the incident is ongoing as of 8pm on Saturday.
