Aberfan stabbing latest: Man, 28, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder - BBC News
A 29-year-old woman is in hospital after being attacked in a south Wales valleys village.
A woman stabbed in a "targeted attack" remains in hospital following the arrest of a man on suspicion of attempted murder, police have said.

At a police press conference, Ch Insp Rob Miles said officers were called just before 09:10 GMT following reports a woman had been stabbed in Moy Road, in Aberfan.

He said: "The suspect left the scene immediately and armed officers have been carrying out inquiries throughout the day to trace him.

"This afternoon a 28-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

"The man is known to the victim and is currently in police custody.

"Local schools activated their lockdown protocols to keep pupils safe.

"Neighbourhood officers have been in the area to ensure pupils have been able to leave the school safely at the normal time.

"This was done as a precaution and schools will reopen tomorrow as normal.

"This was a targeted attack. The woman remains in hospital with injuries which are not believed to be life threatening at this time.

"I want to thank the local community and partners for their patience and support throughout today's police operation to trace and arrest the suspect."