Overview
- South Wales Police attended Aberavon beach after reports of anti-social behaviour and arrested the man on suspicion of possessing a bladed article.
- Officers found the suspect to be in breach of existing police bail conditions, which was a factor in his arrest and continued custody.
- The suspect is a 70-year-old man from Birmingham who is currently being held in police custody as inquiries continue.
- Police say there were no reported injuries from the incident and no other suspects have been named.
- A “bladed article” refers to a knife or similar sharp instrument under the law and the investigation will determine whether charges are brought and when the suspect will appear in court.