Two arrested after armed police called to Aberdare 'incident'

Two men have been arrested following an incident in Aberdare this morning.

Police were called to Wellington Street at around 7am following reports of an aggravated burglary. Investigations led officers to an address in John Street where two suspects were found. The men were arrested following 'extensive negotiations.'

South Wales Police says armed officers were sent to John Street as it had been reported that a firearm was involved. An air weapon was recovered from the John Street property. Investigations are continuing.

An incident in Aberdare which sparked response from armed officers has been resolved, police say.

The incident, which South Wales Police said involved someone making threats with a firearm, happened in the Abercwmboi area this morning.

A force spokesman confirmed the incident is over.

Armed police are dealing with an ongoing 'incident' in Aberdare.

South Wales Police says it has received reports of someone making threats with a firearm in the area. A police spokesman says armed officers have been sent as a precaution.

No further details of where the incident is were given by police.