Newport man arrested on suspicion of blackmail

As part of an ongoing investigation into a report of harassment police attended an address on Godric Road in Newport at 9.10pm on Wednesday (February 19)

A 43 year old man from Newport was arrested on suspicion of blackmail and an unauthorised act with intent to impair operation of or prevent / hinder access to a computer.

The man was taken to Newport police station for questioning. Enquiries are ongoing.