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Police in south Wales are dealing with a “serious” incident involving “a number of casualties”.
Ambulance crews also went to Baglan Street, which was closed off.
Details of what happened are sketchy, but the force said people were advised to avoid the area in the village of Treorchy, in Rhondda Cynon Taf, until further notice.
Chris Bryant, Labour MP for Rhondda, tweeted that he was aware of “disturbing events” and said his thoughts went out to all those affected.
In a statement, South Wales Police said: “Police units are currently dealing with a serious incident which occurred in Baglan Street, Treorchy, at approximately midday today.
“Ambulance crews are also in attendance as the incident involves a number of casualties.
“The street has been closed off and people are advised to avoid the area until further notice.
“Updates will be released when they are available.
“Anybody who may have witnessed the incident is urged to contact 101 immediately and give reference *077519.”
Councillor Andrew Morgan, leader of Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, said: “I have been informed of the major incident in Ynyswen, and want to thank the emergency services for the significant attendance which is ongoing.
“My thoughts are with everyone affected by this incident but please avoid the area until emergency services leave the location.”
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