Five arrests made after 'large illegal gathering' on Rhigos Mountain

Police were first called to the scene during the early hours of Sunday morning Credit: Media Wales

Five people have been arrested following a 'large illegal gathering' of up to 200 people at the Rhigos Mountain.

Police were first called to the scene during the early hours of Sunday morning and a dispersal order was made in order to clear the area.

The A6041 road over the Rhigos Mountain was closed for most of Sunday but has since reopened.

Officers were joined at the scene by a dog section and were supported by a National Police Air Support (NPAS) helicopter as they worked to stop others from entering the site.

A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: "We received several reports during the early hours of yesterday morning, Sunday 27th August, of a large illegal gathering at Rhigos Mountain. Initial reports suggested there were up to 200 people in attendance.

"Response officers alongside teams from our roads police unit, dog section and the National Police Air Support (NPAS) team worked together and restricted access to the area, and a cordon was put in place to prevent others from joining the event.

"Five arrests were made following a dispersal order which was issued to minimise disruption to the local community. A vehicle containing sound equipment was also seized."

"The event was dispersed peacefully and safely yesterday with the majority of people who were at the site having now left. Officers remain at the scene to ensure those remaining leave the location safely."

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