Several streets have been closed off in a Welsh town due to what has been described as a "serious" incident. South Wales Police said in a short statement: "Officers are at the scene of an incident in Barry Road, Barry. A police cordon is in place and a number of roads are closed."

The public has been told to avoid the area. The following road closures are in place: Barry Road, junction of Herbert Street and Davies Street, Barry Road near Tuck in Cafe, Court Road, junction of Davies Street, and Court Road, junction of Hannah Street.

The Express has contacted South Wales Police for more information.

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