News
Top results for Dyfed Powys Police
Top: Bobbies on the beat.
THE LOCAL police force has welcomed the findings of the first PEEL Assessment. In all of the six areas graded by Her Majesty’s Inspectorates of Constabulary this year, Dyfed Powys Police has been graded as ‘Good’. A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson told The Herald: “The fact that we are one of only 24 forces that were graded ‘Good’ at investigating crime, in dealing with the most prolific offenders through a joined-up approach with our partners, and tackling the offenders causing the greatest risk to the public.
“We are also pleased that the assessment recognises that we are ‘Good’ at reducing and preventing crime, tackling anti-social behaviour, and efficiently carrying out our responsibilities. It recognises that we have continued to make ‘Good’ progress in managing the reduction to budgets while maintaining a good level of service to our public, and that we remain committed to sending an officer to every crime.
“Tackling anti-social behaviour and providing support to victims has been a priority for us for some time, and there is a strong drive to provide a victim-centred service. The report confirms we are focussed on understanding and managing the risk to victims of anti-social behaviour, and are good at ensuring they get the service they need from us and our partners.
“Although there are some concerns highlighted about our approach to domestic abuse, it also recognises that we have made good progress and that the public can be confident that we are committed to providing a good response and taking robust action against perpetrators, with good standards of investigation.
“The public of Dyfed Powys Police can be reassured that where the HMIC has identified areas for improvement, work is on-going to address these and progress will be monitored.” “Dyfed-Powys Police is alive to the fact that we must be agile and innovative in respect of investigating rapidly changing criminality, and has already started implementing plans to meet current and future digital and cyber challenges.
The force is one of the first in the country to form a Digital Communication and Cyber Crime Unit -the unit has specialist trained staff and the force has already started to deliver digital communication and cyber-crime training courses to non – specialist staff. The force is working as a pilot force with Getsafe Online to deliver crime prevention advice to schools, businesses and other community groups.
HMIC has carried out a new annual programme of all-force inspections. According to the government, the inspections provide accessible, annual independent assessments of the performance of police forces. They will make it possible to see from a small number of easy-to-understand categories of police activity and assessment, how well police forces are performing.
Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance
FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.
Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.
Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.
On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.
Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.
Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.
(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)
SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.
Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.
In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.
Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.
ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.
The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.
Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.
The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.
Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker
Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to...
Teenager charged following rape allegation at Saundersfoot nightclub
Incident reported at Sands Nightclub in early hours of Sunday DYFED-POWYS POLICE is investigating an allegation of rape following an...
Milford Haven man jailed after drunken attack on partner and police officers
A MILFORD HAVEN man who launched a violent drunken assault on his partner before attacking two police officers has been...
Court hears historic child sex abuse claim emerged after ‘tarot reading’
Judge reminds jurors there is no standard timeframe for victims to come forward as trial reaches final stage A JURY...
Rape allegation investigated at Saundersfoot nightclub
Police appeal for witnesses after incident reported in early hours of Sunday DYFED-POWYS POLICE are investigating an allegation of rape...
Milford ground worker denies historic child sex abuse charges at Crown Court
Accused tells jury claims did not happen as trial hears evidence about alcohol use and alleged controlling behaviour A MAN...
Three inmates deny murder of Lola James killer at Wakefield prison
THREE prisoners have denied murdering child killer Kyle Bevan, who was found dead in his cell at HMP Wakefield. Bevan,...
Dyfed-Powys Police reassure communities after Bondi Beach mass shooting
Officers monitor local tensions following terror attack on Jewish event in Sydney DYFED-POWYS POLICE have issued reassurances to communities across...
Search under way in Pembroke Dock for missing man Lee
Coastguard, RNLI and rescue helicopter launched as fears grow he entered the water A MAJOR search and rescue operation is...
Search under way in Pembroke as man reported missing
Rescue teams battle worsening weather ahead of amber rain warning A MULTI-AGENCY search and rescue operation is under way in...
-
Crime18 hours ago
Milford Haven man jailed after drunken attack on partner and police officers
-
News4 days agoDyfed-Powys Police launch major investigation after triple fatal crash
-
Crime3 days ago
Man sent to Crown Court over historic indecent assault allegations
-
Crime2 days agoMan charged with months of coercive control and assaults
-
Crime16 hours ago
Teenager charged following rape allegation at Saundersfoot nightclub
-
Crime5 days ago
Man spared jail after baseball bat incident in Milford Haven
-
Crime3 days agoMilford Haven man admits multiple offences after A477 incident
-
Education7 days agoTeaching assistant struck off after asking pupil for photos of her body
tomos
December 11, 2014 at 10:51 pm
I’m guessing this investigation didn’t bother looking into why our cops didn’t ask anyone anything or ask for any information before finding PCC, their councillors or senior managers completely innocent of anything and everything and there was no case to answer
Flashbang
December 12, 2014 at 2:13 am
” The force is working as a pilot force with Getsafe Online to deliver crime prevention advice to schools, businesses and other community groups.”
Instead of getting out and doing real police work. The Pembrokeshire County Council investigation has been a complete joke. Stop patting yourselves on the back and do what you are paid to do without fear or favour. Favour being the key word.
Flashbang
December 12, 2014 at 2:50 am
” The force is working as a pilot force with Getsafe Online to deliver crime prevention advice to schools, businesses and other community groups.”
Instead of getting out and doing real police work. The PCC investigation has been a complete joke. An investigation means taking statements, interviewing witnesses, seizing computer hard drives and paperwork, not just what the PCC gives you. Stop patting yourselves on the back and do what you are paid to do without fear or favour. Favour being the key word.
ian
December 12, 2014 at 11:31 pm
I was taught to be cautious about crabs at high tide and the cost of lobster? nudge,nudge,wink,wink, funny handshake etc 🙁