Tag: Merthyr Tydfil Police Force

Merthyr’s Police

Following the incorporation of the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough in 1908, the Merthyr Tydfil Police Force was formed. The first Chief Constable was James Arthur Wilson – appointed 110 years ago today, on 15 of August 1908 at an annual salary of £250.

Chief Constable James Arthur Wilson

Below is a photograph of the Merthyr Tydfil Police Force standing outside the old Central Police Station in Graham Street.

The Central Police Station was originally built at a cost of £840 in 1844 to house the Glamorgan Police Force . Following the formation of the Merthyr Tydfil Police Force, the building was transferred to them. The Central Police Station was demolished in 1967.

Central Police Station shortly before it was demolished.