AN Abergavenny man has died in an accident on the A449 dual carriageway near the Coldra roundabout in Newport.

Gwent Police confirmed this morning that officers were called to the incident at 8.35am, which involved a grey Peugeot 407.

The 46-year-old Abergavenny man was pronounced dead at the scene. His family have been informed.

Currently the southbound carriageway is closed to all vehicles and traffic on the A40 is being diverted.

Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to call them on 01633 642404.