A MAN was arrested after an suspected burglary at a Monmouth bank.

The alarms went off at Abbey National in Agincourt Square, Monmouth at 3.20am yesterday.

Police attended the scene and arrested a 35-year-old local man on suspicion of burglary.

There were signs of attempts to force entry to the bank's main door, but the investigation is ongoing as to whether anything was taken.

Police are now appealing for information to help them investigate. Witnesses should contact Gwent Police on 01633 838111 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.