Reward offered after dog walker is shot

A REWARD of £5,000 has been offered after a dog walker suffered suspected shotgun injuries to his leg.

A police investigation was launched after officers were called to a remote road in Ebbw Vale on November 18.

A dog walker was found at Man Moel Road shortly after 6pm with a serious injury to his leg.

Gwent Police later arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder, who has since been released under investigation. Police said inquiries are ongoing.

Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to £5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible.

Wales’ national manager for Crimestoppers, Ella Rabaiotti, said: “This is a serious incident and the victim has sadly suffered life-changing injuries.

“We understand that although an arrest has been made, the investigations are ongoing and therefore we’re urging people to come forward with information.

“Our charity takes information 100% anonymously. Always. Call us free on 0800 555 111 or report via our website. No-one will know you contacted us.”

Information passed directly to the police will not qualify for the reward.

Anyone with information can contact Gwent Police on 101, quoting log 383 of 18/11/2018.