A472 between Newbridge and Pentwynmawr open after crash

Emergency services were at the scene responding to the incident on the A472 earlier today, with the road being closed, but it has now been re-opened.

The road wass closed between the McDonalds roundabout in Newbridge and the Pentwyn-Mawr roundabout.

Diversions were in place but drivers were being asked to avoid the area where possible.

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A spokesman for Gwent Police earlier said: "Emergency services are dealing with a road traffic collision on the A472 between McDonalds roundabout and the Pentwyn-Mawr roundabout.

"The road is closed and diversions are in place.

"Please avoid the area if possible and find alternative routes for your journey."