Crime

Protest planned in Pembroke Dock against man accused of messaging girl, 14

Published

1 year ago

February 1, 2025

A PROTEST is scheduled to take place tonight (Feb 1) at 6:00pm on Upper Park Street, Pembroke Dock, in response to allegations made against a local man. The community has voiced its outrage following the circulation of screenshots which appear to showing the man was sending inappropriate messages 14-year-old girl.

The messages, which were shared widely on social media platforms, show the individual engaging in conversations with the minor that many have described as disturbing. In one exchange, the girl clearly states her age, to which the man allegedly responds with comments many feel are inappropriate and predatory in nature.

The protest, organised by local residents, aims to raise awareness of the alleged misconduct and demand greater protection for children in the area. Speaking to The Herald, one concerned resident said said: “We cannot sit back and allow this type of behaviour to go unchallenged. Our children deserve to feel safe, and the community must come together to make it clear that such actions will not be tolerated.”

Despite the serious allegations, the police have reportedly stated that the messages, while concerning, do not meet the threshold for criminal action. This stance has seemingly further angered local residents, who feel more should be done to address the issue and prevent similar situations from occurring in the future.

The Herald understands that the individual in question has been reported to the authorities, and community members are calling for vigilance and accountability. The organisers of the protest have encouraged attendees to remain peaceful while making their voices heard.

This evening’s demonstration is expected to draw a significant crowd, as anger continues to grow over the handling of the case. The protest serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding measures and the need for a proactive approach in addressing allegations of this nature.

More updates will follow as the situation develops.

Crime

Spittal man to stand trial accused of ABH

Published

2 days ago

June 20, 2026

Court Reporter

A SPITTAL man is to stand trial accused of assaulting a man and causing actual bodily harm.

Robert Hedley, 41, of Wesley Way, Spittal, Haverfordwest, is charged with assaulting Liam Morley-Trivett at St Clears on August 30, 2025.

The case was before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (Jun 18).

Hedley was granted unconditional bail and is due to stand trial at the same court on Monday, June 29.

The trial is listed for 10:00am and has been given a time estimate of twenty minutes.

Crime

Milford Haven woman spared jail despite string of shop thefts

Published

2 days ago

June 20, 2026

Court Reporter

Repeat offender stole from Tesco, Home Bargains, Food Warehouse and petrol stations in wave of offences

A MILFORD HAVEN woman who admitted a series of shop thefts committed over a matter of weeks has been handed a suspended prison sentence by magistrates.

Marion Picton, aged 46, of Hawthorn Path, Milford Haven, appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (Jun 18) and pleaded guilty to eight theft offences and a drugs-related offence.

The court heard that Picton carried out a string of thefts at stores across Milford Haven between April and June this year.

Among the offences, Picton admitted stealing meat from Food Warehouse on Apr 23, food worth £60 from Victoria Filling Station on May 29, groceries from Home Bargains on Jun 7 and Jun 8, food from Victoria Filling Station on Jun 7 and Jun 9, groceries and non-food items worth £51.09 from Tesco on Jun 16, and food worth £32.50 from Food Warehouse on the same day.

She also admitted failing to attend an initial drugs assessment after testing positive for Class A drugs, including cocaine and opiates.

Magistrates were told the offences represented persistent repeat offending and had been committed while Picton was already subject to a court order.

The bench imposed an eight-week prison sentence, suspended for 18 months.

As part of the order, Picton must complete up to 15 rehabilitation activity days under the supervision of the Probation Service.

The court ordered her to pay compensation to several of the businesses affected, including Tesco, Home Bargains, Food Warehouse and Victoria Filling Station.

In sentencing, magistrates said the offences were serious enough to justify immediate custody but suspended the sentence because there was a realistic prospect of rehabilitation and Picton appeared motivated to address her addiction issues.

Picton was warned that any further offending during the 18-month suspension period could see the prison sentence activated.