News

Haverfordwest: Suspended prison sentence for dishonest sales manager

Published

6 years ago

March 31, 2018

AN EMPLOYEE of BMW Sytner Group in Haverfordwest has been given a suspended prison sentence, and will also have to pay £2,489.29 in compensation, £85 court costs and a £115 surcharge, after tricking a customer.

Mrs Williams, was conned into paying £2,000 to cover labour for a garage repair, directly into Picton’s his personal bank account, for a job which should have cost less than £500.
Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court heard on Tuesday (Mar 27), that she also then also sent Jamie Picton, of Glebelands, Johnston, £28,000 into the same account when she decided to purchase a new vehicle. However, she questioned the situation when there was no sign of her car, leading to Picton’s crime being exposed – and his arrest. Picton has a previous conviction for stealing from an employer.
Sian Vaughan, prosecuting, told the bench that the BMW Sytner Group had refunded Mrs Williams’ £2,000. In a statement read to the court, Mrs Williams, who has been reimbursed, said: “I feel a fool for having shaken his hand when he had stolen from us. I was worried that we would never get that money back.”
As well as the financial penalty, Magistrates sentenced Picton to six months in custody, suspended for two years, and ordered him to complete 200 hours of unpaid work and a 15 day rehabilitation activity requirement. The court was told that the father-of-three had received counselling for gambling issues. Picton had also received support for mental health, bereavement and financial issues. He said that he suffered severe depression following the death of his father.

Entertainment

Classic car extravaganza returns to Carew Castle this Bank Holiday

Published

4 mins ago

April 26, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ONE of the highlights of the Pembrokeshire calendar is set to return this Bank Holiday, as Carew Castle prepares to host some of the finest classic and vintage cars, motorbikes, and military vehicles from across South Wales.

The Carew Castle Car Show will take place on Monday 6 May, with plenty of entertainment for all the family, including music throughout the day by local folk band ‘Razor Bill’, and a variety of vintage funfair rides and games from Pembrokeshire Attractions.

For an extra cost of £2, younger visitors will also be able to take part in a Brilliant Birds Trail around the Castle

Manager of Carew Castle, Daisy Hughes, said: “We’re delighted to host the ever-popular Car Show at Carew for another year. It’s a wonderful opportunity for enthusiasts and families alike to admire the beauty of classic and vintage vehicles in an equally impressive vintage setting.

“There is no need to book tickets in advance – just turn up on the day to make the most of this fantastic event.”

Nest Tearoom will be open from 10am onwards to serve bacon rolls and hot drinks, with the usual mouth-watering selection of homemade lunches and cakes available throughout the rest of the day. Visitors are welcome to explore the majestic Castle and Tidal Mill during their visit, to find out more about the events and colourful characters that shaped this site’s fascinating history.

While the car show itself is currently at capacity and no longer accepting new entries, anyone interested in securing a spot for their vehicle on the reserve list are encouraged to register their interest by following the link at www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/carew-castle/events-at-carew-castle/spring-events.

Carew Castle Car Show will take place from 10am-3pm with the Castle open from 10am-4.30pm. Normal admission charges apply: Adults £8, Concessions £7, Children £6 and a Family Ticket (two adults and two children) £25.

Please note the event may not take place in the event of bad weather. For more information visit www.carewcastle.com or follow Carew Castle’s Facebook page (Carew Castle and Tidal Mill) for event updates.

To learn about other events that are taking place in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park this Bank Holiday and throughout the rest of the year, go to www.pembrokeshirecoast.com/events.

Crime

Plea hearing for man accused of assault and strangulation

Published

12 mins ago

April 26, 2024

Tom Sinclair

A HAVERFORDWEST man is appearing at Swansea Crown Court today (Friday, April 26) charged with assaulting and strangling a woman

Oliver Torkington, 38, of Pembroke Road, appeared at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court charged with two offences last month, and is in Swansea Crown Court today to make his plea, after the local court declined jurisdiction.

Torkington is alleged to have assaulted a woman in St Clears on March 23 and caused her actual bodily harm.

He is also accused of strangling her.

The case came before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on March 25 and Torkington has been remanded in custody since then.

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Community

Suspected explosive device found on west Wales beach

Published

19 mins ago

April 26, 2024

Luke Sinclair

NEW QUAY Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked at 03:50 this morning following a report of suspected washed up Ordnance on Llanrhystud beach. Following an assessment by the Army Bomb Disposal Team it was discovered the item was not Ordnance. It was reported with good intent and thankfully there was no risk to the public.

Reporting of ordnance – Always be mindful of objects you may discover on our beaches.

Our shores are filled with history, but remnants from the past can still sometimes wash up on our shores today.

If you find something on the beach that’s an unusual size or shape, especially if it’s rusty, it could be an unexploded ordnance.

What should I do if I find something that looks unusual on the beach?

While it is very rare to find unexploded ordnance on a visit to the beach, bad weather and high tides can expose these objects. It’s important to be cautious, as ordnance comes in all shapes and sizes.

If you do come across something on the beach that you’re unsure of or suspect could be unexploded ordnance, please don’t touch it or move it. Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard – we will take immediate steps with the relevant partner authorities to keep people safe and ensure the item in question is disposed of correctly.