UPDATE 9.59AM: A 37-year-old man from Risca has been arrested and charged with sexual assault and remanded to appear at Newport Magistrates this morning.

The incident took place on February 19 at approximately 11pm in the grounds of the Royal Gwent Hospital in Newport.

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A MAN has been arrested and charged after allegedly assaulting a paramedic in Newport city centre. 

Gwent Police confirmed on Wednesday morning that the man had been arrested by the city centre team, and is now being remanded in custody. 

More updates to follow.