A MAN is in hospital with life-threatening injuries following a crash in Pontllanfraith.

The incident occurred early yesterday morning - with Gwent Police receiving the emergency call at 3.10am.

One car was involved, a black Vauxhall Corsa.

The road was closed for some time following the crash.

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The man driving the car was taken to University Hospital Wales in Cardiff with head injuries.

Gwent Police said the man's injuries were believed to be life-threatening.