Officers investigating a report of violent disorder which resulted in the death of a Brecon man on Thursday 6 August, are looking for a man they believe can assist with their enquiries.

Police are keen to speak to 40 year old Anthony Paul Jones from Blaenavon who they believe can assist with enquiries into the incident in Pontnewynydd, near Pontypool, Officers are also appealing for help in locating a blue Ford Transit van, with the registration MA23 FLC, which was reportedly involved in the disorder. The Ford Transit is believed to be missing its front lower nearside panel.

Officers received a report of violent disorder involving a group of men in Mill Street, at around 7.15pm on Thursday 6 August. As a result a 56-year-old man – named as Anthony “Tony” Jones from Brecon - was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and has since sadly died. His family is being supported by specialist officers.

Ten men - aged 31, 33, 34, 39, 40, 40, 45, 59, 61 and 73 - were arrested in connection with the disorder. Three men - aged 39, 45 and 61 - have since been released on bail. Seven men remain in police custody at this time as enquiries continue. Senior investigating officer, Detective Superintendent Laura Bartley said: “We recognise that reports of this nature will cause concern in our communities, but our officers are working around the clock and conducting enquiries as part of this live investigation.

"Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the victim."

Roads around the area remain shut today as investigations continue. Hospital Road and Mill Road will remain closed throughout today and PCSOs were at Lower Leigh Road from around 8am this morning to control the traffic.

Anyone with information on Anthony Paul Jones or the blue Ford Transit van’s whereabouts, is urged to submit information via the Major Incident Public Portal:https://mipp.police.uk/operation/6126A72-PO1 or contact police quoting log reference 2600255536. You can also call Gwent Police on 101 or direct message via Facebook or X social media pages. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, with information on 0800 555 111 or visit online.