Crime

Baby in critical condition after alleged attempted murder near Cardigan

Published

1 year ago

January 21, 2025

A 27-YEAR-OLD man has appeared in court charged with the attempted murder of a baby who suffered “catastrophic and life-threatening” injuries.

Rhydian Jamieson, from Cwm Cou, Newcastle Emlyn, was arrested on Wednesday night (Jan 15) after police responded to concerns for the infant’s welfare at a property in Y Ferwig, Cardigan. The baby was rushed to hospital and remains in a critical condition in Cardiff.

Court appearance

On Monday (Jan 20), Jamieson appeared at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court wearing a grey sweatshirt. He made no application for bail, did not enter a plea, and was remanded in custody. The case has been sent to Swansea Crown Court for a plea and trial preparation hearing on February 21.

Community shock

Local councillor Clive Davies expressed the community’s shock, stating to BBC Wales Today: “This incident has been a huge blow to our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this incredibly difficult time.”

Fundraising effort

A fundraising campaign to support the baby’s family has raised over £2,000 in just two days. The GoFundMe page was set up by Skye Taylor, a close friend of the baby’s mother.

“She wasn’t expecting so much support,” said Skye. “People have been incredibly generous because of what’s happened to the baby.”

The funds will cover travel, accommodation, and other expenses as the family remains by the baby’s side. Skye added:

“I wanted to lift some of the financial burden so she could focus entirely on her little one.”

The baby’s mother has expressed her gratitude, confirming no further donations are needed. Skye conveyed her friend’s message:

“Thank you so much to everyone who has donated and supported us during this time. It means the world.”

Police investigation

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed the investigation is ongoing. A spokesperson said:

“We are continuing to support the family and work with medical professionals as the infant remains in critical condition.”

Further updates are expected following the Swansea Crown Court hearing next month.

Crime

Milford Haven man admits assault and harassment charges

Published

2 days ago

May 21, 2026

Court Reporter

A MILFORD HAVEN has admitted assaulting a family member and harassing another relative following incidents in the town last year.

Wayne Whatling, 39, of Howarth Close, Milford Haven, appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (May 21).

Whatling changed his pleas to guilty to one charge of assault by beating and one charge of harassment without violence.

The assault charge relates to an incident in Milford Haven on September 13, 2025, when Whatling assaulted Ben Whatling by beating him.

He also admitted pursuing a course of conduct amounting to harassment against Carol Whatling between September 1 and September 13, 2025.

The court heard the harassment allegation involved repeatedly asking Carol Whatling for money, with the complainant said to have feared repercussions if she did not provide it.

Magistrates adjourned the case for the preparation of a pre-sentence report.

Whatling was remanded on conditional bail and ordered not to contact Carol or Ben Whatling directly or indirectly.

He is due to be sentenced at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (June 9).

Crime

Milford Haven man admits affray after alleged pub incident

Published

2 days ago

May 21, 2026

Court Reporter

A MILFORD HAVEN man has admitted affray following an incident at a town centre pub.

Stephen Collier, 38, of Vaynor Road, Milford Haven, appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (May 21).

Collier has pleaded guilty to affray, relating to an incident at Nos Da, Victoria Road, Milford Haven, on December 3, 2025.

The charge states that he used unlawful violence towards John Dean Hilton and that his conduct was such as would cause a person of reasonable firmness present at the scene to fear for their personal safety.

Collier also faces a separate charge of burglary dwelling with intent to inflict grievous bodily harm. It is alleged that, on the same date, he entered a flat at Nos Da as a trespasser and inflicted grievous bodily harm on Mr Hilton. He denies that charge.

The court also dealt with a breach of bail allegation after Collier was arrested on May 20 for allegedly breaching a curfew condition. He admitted the breach.

Magistrates re-admitted him to conditional bail.

His bail conditions include a daily electronically monitored curfew between 9:00pm and 6:00am, residence at his Vaynor Road address, and exclusions from Mount Estate, Milford Haven town centre, and Nos Da.

He must also not contact prosecution witnesses, including Molly Martin, Jack Martin, Lily Rose Martin and John Hilton.

Collier is due to appear at Swansea Crown Court on Friday, June 5, for sentence.

A spokesperson for Nos Da said the incident was connected with rooms upstairs at the Victoria Road premises, and did not take place in the bar itself, in the licensed area.