SPECIALIST clean-up crews from Newport City Council were called in to tackle a pile of hazardous waste which had been dumped at a site in Marshfield today.

The waste included a quantity of asbestos, along with other general rubbish, and a road closure was put in place around the site to enable a safe clean-up.

South Wales Argus:

(Hazardous waste cleaned up in Marshfield)

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Gwent Police, who assisted in the operation, tweeted: "Appalled by this reported flytipping in Marshfield.

"A great job by Newport City Council in responding to the asbestos and rubbish tipped.

South Wales Argus:

(Road closed in Marshfield)

"A road closure and specialist clean-up required due to the hazard. "Any information please call 101 crime reference 2000070089."

Newport City Council have been contacted for further information.