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A man has been killed after the car he was a passenger in crashed.

The 20-year-old, from Pontllanfraith, in Caerphilly county, was declared dead at the scene on the A469 near Llanbradach.

The driver, 18, also from Pontllanfraith, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and drug-driving.

Gwent Police said the crash, involving a white Mazda, was reported to them at about 18:20 GMT on Friday.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to get in touch.