Gwent Police have confirmed the arrest of Abergavenny man, who has been described as a "prolific thief and burglar".

According to social media, the Neighbourhood Team and Team 1 of Gwent Police's forces arrested a 37-year-old man in Abergavenny on May, 14.

He has since been charged and remanded for the following offences: 2 x Theft, 2 x Breach of Criminal Behaviour Order, Possession of Drugs and Burglary.

A spokesperson from Gwent Police said: "Officers arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of shoplifting, breach of criminal behaviour order and possession of amphetamine.

He remains in police custody at this time."