A WHITE van illegally parked on Monk Street saw the driver given a Traffic Offence Report for causing a hazard for pedestrians and drivers.

The white van was parked on double yellow lines and completely obstructed a narrow pavement, forcing pedestrians onto the road.

A spokesperson for Gwent Police said, "Today, Abergavenny officers encountered a vehicle causing an obstruction on Cross Street.

"The vehicle forced pedestrians onto the road to pass, creating a hazard for drivers and pedestrians.

"Officers spoke with the driver and issued a Traffic Offence Report (TOR)."