A road in Pontnewynydd that was shut down for almost a week as part of a murder investigation has finally reopened to the public.
Hospital Road was closed by police following the death of Anthony Jones, known locally as Tony, which sparked a major investigation in the Torfaen area. Residents and drivers in the area faced significant disruption throughout the closure as officers worked the scene.
The road has now reopened, though a small cordon remains in place as detectives continue their work connected to the case.
Tony Jones has been named as the victim at the centre of the inquiry. His death prompted a heavy police presence in Pontnewynydd, with the lengthy road closure reflecting the seriousness with which officers treated the investigation from the outset.
Gwent Police have been leading the murder investigation, and the partial cordon still in place suggests forensic or investigative work in the area is ongoing despite the road returning to use.
The case has drawn significant attention locally, with the murder linked to the motorcycle club community. Pontnewynydd, a village in the Afon Lwyd valley in Torfaen, is a tight-knit community, and the incident has understandably shaken many residents in the area.
Anyone with information about the death of Anthony Jones is urged to contact Gwent Police.