News

Couple targeted by rogue roofers in Milford Haven — rescued by local hero

Published

9 months ago

June 9, 2025

A VULNERABLE couple in Milford Haven were left distraught and their home exposed to the elements after rogue roofers climbed onto their property under false pretences — and one reportedly grabbed the arm of 68-year-old Jane Scourfield, who suffers from spinal issues and relies on a walking stick.

The incident happened on Saturday (May 31) at the home of Jane and Dean Scourfield, aged 68 and 58, who live on Pill Road in Milford Haven.

Two men arrived at the property claiming they were there to provide a quote for roof repairs.

Without permission, they climbed onto the roof and began removing tiles, leaving the property damaged and exposed to the weather.

Witnesses said the men were seen in a silver van, and have also been spotted in a bronze or gold coloured SUV.

When Jane challenged the pair, one of the men grabbed her by the arm. She later told police she felt frightened and intimidated. A neighbour who witnessed the incident has confirmed the contact.

Jane, who has a serious spinal condition, relies on a stick to walk and was left shaken by the ordeal. Speaking to The Herald, she said: “Following this I feel very vulnerable. They are targeting people who are older. They are looking at people who have disabled bars on their houses — we all have these hand rails on Pill Road. It’s a vulnerability.”

The man who grabbed her is described as around 5ft 10in, with very bright ginger hair, and believed to be in his late twenties. The second male was a teenager, possibly 18 or younger. Both fled the scene after causing the damage.

The couple were left distressed — but less than 24 hours later, they were contacted by a genuine local roofer, Wayne Rogers of Rogers Roofing, who offered to carry out the repairs at cost, asking only for materials to be covered. He saw the appeal on Facebook and immediately stepped in to help.

Jane and Dean’s daughter, Ellen Tamilia, praised their kindness: “After 24 hours of terrible stress, we have a hero on a white charger coming to our rescue. Thank you so much both for restoring our faith in humankind.”

Wayne Rogers has confirmed that he will carry out the repairs to the couple’s roof this week.

Dyfed-Powys Police have been contacted for a statement.

Crime

Broad Haven man remanded in custody over sexual harm prevention order breach

Published

11 hours ago

March 20, 2026

Court Reporter

Defendant admitted using Xbox without informing police as required under court order

ANTHONY COOMBES, aged 26, of Sand Banks, Broad Haven, appeared before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (Mar 20) charged with breaching a sexual harm prevention order.

The court heard that between February 26 and March 19, 2026, at Haverfordwest, Coombes repeatedly breached the order by using an Xbox device without informing police within three days, as required.

The offences relate to a sexual harm prevention order imposed at Swansea Crown Court on October 20, 2021.

Coombes indicated guilty pleas to the offences at the first hearing.

Magistrates committed the case to Swansea Crown Court for sentence.

He was remanded in custody ahead of the next hearing, which is due to take place at 9:00am on Friday, April 3, at Swansea Crown Court.

The court refused bail on the grounds that he was likely to offend, citing the nature and seriousness of the offences and his previous record and character.

A pre-sentence report was ordered.

News

Man arrested after suspected drugs-related death in Haverfordwest

Published

11 hours ago

March 20, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Police say death not suspicious as 46-year-old arrested over alleged Class A drug supply

A MAN has died following a medical emergency at a property in Haverfordwest, police have confirmed.

Emergency services were called at 3:18pm on Wednesday (March 18) after a report of a medical incident.

A man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Dyfed-Powys Police said the man’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.

The death is not being treated as suspicious at this time.

However, police confirmed that a man, aged 46, was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs.

He has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

No further details about the deceased have been formally released.

Crime

Illegal dog breeders ordered to pay over £129,000 after council probe

Published

12 hours ago

March 20, 2026

Tom Sinclair

FOUR people from Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, have been ordered to pay more than £129,000 following a successful prosecution for illegal dog breeding.

At Swansea Crown Court on Tuesday (Mar 10), before His Honour Judge Thomas KC, Stacey May June Edwards, Peter John Edwards, Sian Eleri Thomas and David Malcolm James Thomas, all of Sea Breeze, Mynyddygarreg, pleaded guilty to offences under the Breeding of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2014.

The court imposed confiscation orders totalling £129,873.41 under the Proceeds of Crime Act across the four defendants. They were also ordered to pay £8,000 in costs, while each defendant received a £2,000 fine.

The investigation began in April 2021 after Carmarthenshire County Council’s Animal Health team received an enquiry from Peter Edwards about obtaining a dog breeding licence. Although licensing guidance was provided and a partial application was submitted in February 2022, this was later withdrawn.

In March 2024, the council received a complaint that puppies were being advertised for sale without the required licence. Officers subsequently contacted online advertising platforms and issued data requests to assess the scale of activity.

Analysis of records from Pets4Homes, Freeads and Gumtree revealed multiple litters being advertised by members of the same household.

Correspondence under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act confirmed that up to 25 dogs were kept at the property, including between 16 and 19 breeding females.

While some defendants claimed joint ownership of the dogs, others attempted to minimise their involvement.

The Herald understands that numerous puppy advertisements were posted between July 2020 and April 2025, demonstrating a sustained pattern of unlicensed breeding.

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Decarbonisation and Sustainability, Cllr Aled Vaughan Owen, said: “This case demonstrates the council’s firm stance against unlicensed and illegal dog breeding.

“These regulations are in place to protect animal welfare and ensure that breeding activities are subject to proper oversight. The scale of activity uncovered at this property was entirely unacceptable, and we welcome the court’s decision to issue significant confiscation orders under POCA.”

He added: “We urge anyone with concerns about illegal dog breeding to report it. Our Animal Health officers will continue to investigate thoroughly and take action against those who disregard the law.”

Residents are reminded that anyone breeding and selling dogs must comply with licensing regulations designed to protect both animal welfare and consumers.