Two arrested after firearms incident in Morriston and hospital Ward closures
Two people have been arrested following a firearms incident on the A48 Clase Road in the Morriston area of Swansea on Friday evening, November 6, 2026, according to walesonline.co.uk.
Armed Police Deploy to Swansea Dual Carriageway
South Wales Police confirmed that a vehicle on the dual carriageway sustained damage consistent with a firearms discharge, prompting authorities to declare a critical incident.
Armed police and a police helicopter responded to the scene, where a cordon was established near Castle Bingo. A 41-year-old man from Llansamlet was arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life, while a 16-year-old boy, also from Llansamlet, was arrested on suspicion of affray.
Hospital Wards Close Amid Scabies Outbreak
Health board officials in west Wales confirmed they are managing an ongoing scabies outbreak across multiple hospital wards.
Hywel Dda University Health Board reported that Steffan, Cadog, and Dewi wards at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen, alongside Ward 9 at Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli, are temporarily closed to new admissions and visitors. The health board noted that these units have faced intermittent closures over recent months.
Toddler Injured by Falling Books Inside Asda Store
In retail news, a two-year-old girl sustained a facial bruise after a seasonal display unit collapsed inside an Asda store in Blackwood on Thursday. Jasmine Sale told walesonline.co.uk that her toddler, Oakleigh-Rose, was struck by falling books while they were shopping for Pudsey outfits ahead of Children in Need.
Transport for Wales Reports Delays and Service Alterations
Meanwhile, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales announced altered services and reservation requirements for rugby supporters traveling to the Principality Stadium for November autumn internationals against Japan, New Zealand, and Australia.
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In local enforcement updates, a 48-hour dispersal order was enacted on King Square in Barry following reports of antisocial behavior, property damage, and abuse directed at council staff. The order remains active through Saturday, November 7, empowering officers to direct individuals causing disorder to leave the area.
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