Police officer attacked with axe in Welsh village

North Wales Police statement on police incident in Dwygyfylchi: “Shortly before 3.30pm this afternoon (Wednesday), officers attended a residential property in Dwygyfylchi for a routine policing operation. A police officer was subsequently assaulted by a man wielding an axe and sustained injuries to his hand.”

They said a police operation was then launched, involving armed officers. They added: “At 21:08 officers entered the property and a 57-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of wounding. We understand this operation has caused concern and disruption and we appreciate the patience and support of the local community as we resolve this incident.”

According to traffic monitoring service Inrix, the roads remain closed. “Ysguborwen Road is closed in both directions due to an incident with police between Gogarth Avenue and Old Mill Road,” reads its latest update, published at 9:18pm.

Shortly before 8pm, North Wales Police issued a further statement confirming they were still at the scene of the incident.

He said: “Officers continue to cordon off the scene of an ongoing incident at a residential property in Dwygyfylchi.

“A police cordon and road closures remain in place to maintain public safety.

“We apologise for the disruption this is causing to the local community and thank you for your patience whilst we resolve this issue.”

The incident happened on Ysguborwen Road – with the road closed in both directions between Gogarth Avenue and Old Mill Road.

North Wales Police issued this statement: “There is currently a significant police presence at a residential property in Dwygyfylchi.

“Armed officers are on the scene and are under control.

“Road closures and a police cordon are in place to maintain public safety.

“We We appreciate your patience as we address this ongoing incident.

“Further updates will be released in due course.”

There is a significant police presence at an incident in Dwygyfylchi – with armed officers at the scene.

We will bring you more details as we get them.