Crime

Neighbours tell of chaos before toddler was found abandoned in storm

Published

7 months ago

November 14, 2025

Residents describe ‘shocking scenes’ as mother arrested for neglect

NEIGHBOURS have described “chaotic” scenes in the hours before a toddler was found alone in a rain-soaked pram late on Sunday night (Nov 9) at Bush Camp, Pembroke Dock.

Several residents contacted The Herald following our initial report, saying the incident had “shaken the whole street” and that they had witnessed earlier disturbances outside the property.

One neighbour told us: “We saw smashing and chucking things in the street. It was horrible to watch and you could tell something wasn’t right.”

Another said the community was still in shock:
“That poor little boy is very lucky. It was pouring down. He could have died if he hadn’t been found.”

Some residents claimed this was not the first time concerns had been raised.
One said: “People around here have been worried before,” but no official records of previous incidents have been confirmed.

Other neighbours voiced concerns about wider issues in the area, with one saying:
“There’s a clear difference between mental health and people being off their heads on stuff.”

The Herald stresses, however, that police have not suggested drugs played any part in this incident, and no such allegations have been made by officers.

Arrest confirmed

As previously reported, Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed that a 29-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of child neglect after an infant was found outside in a pram in a garden in Wavell Crescent.
She has been released on bail, and “appropriate arrangements have been made for the care of the child.”

Rescuer: ‘I just wanted to get him safe’

The 20-year-old man who retrieved the child from the rain said he acted immediately when he heard noises outside.

“It was pissing it down. I heard something, looked out the window, and ran out. He was soaked and cold. I just wanted to get him into a safe place,” he told The Herald.

Police arrived within minutes, followed by social services.

Community shaken

A number of Bush Camp residents said the incident highlights ongoing concerns about antisocial behaviour and vulnerability in the area.

One told us: “Everyone is talking about it. People just want the children around here to be safe.”

The Herald will continue to follow the case and will publish further updates when police release more information.

Crime

Man wanted by court after failing to attend hearing over alleged shop thefts

Published

39 minutes ago

June 16, 2026

Court Reporter

A MAN is wanted by the courts after failing to attend a hearing relating to a series of alleged shop thefts in Pembrokeshire.

Jack Morgan, of Pembroke, was due to appear before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (Jun 16) but failed to attend.

The court heard that Morgan faces several allegations of shop theft from businesses in Pembrokeshire.

The charges include the alleged theft of vodka from the Co-op in Pembroke Dock, along with food and drink items including sausages, crisps and Dragon Soop from The Green Garage.

The alleged offences are said to have taken place on various dates earlier this year.

After Morgan failed to attend court, magistrates issued a warrant for his arrest without bail.

He will now be brought before the court once located by police.

Court officials heard that the matters remain before the court and no pleas have yet been entered.

Crime

Shop theft admitted after alcohol stolen from Haverfordwest store

Published

48 minutes ago

June 16, 2026

Court Reporter

A WOMAN has admitted shoplifting alcohol from a Haverfordwest store.

Esme Hoyle appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (Jun 16) charged with theft from a shop.

The court heard that Hoyle stole alcohol worth £17 from B&M in Haverfordwest on Sunday, April 6.

Hoyle pleaded guilty to the offence.

Magistrates sentenced Hoyle following her guilty plea and imposed financial penalties, including prosecution costs and a victim surcharge.

The court was told the offence related to a low-value retail theft from the town centre store.

Retail theft continues to place pressure on local businesses across Pembrokeshire, with stores increasingly reporting repeated incidents of shoplifting.

Crime

Man jailed after admitting strangulation and assaults

Published

50 minutes ago

June 16, 2026

Court Reporter

A MAN has been jailed after admitting a series of offences including intentional strangulation, assaulting a police officer and assault by beating.

Darren Claypole, aged 52, of no fixed abode, appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (Jun 16).

The court heard that Claypole admitted intentionally strangling a woman during an incident earlier this year.

He also pleaded guilty to assault by beating and assaulting a police constable in the execution of their duty.

The offences were committed across separate incidents, with the court hearing details of repeated offending.

Claypole entered guilty pleas before magistrates Dr R Talbot-English, S Ley and A Smith.

He was sentenced to an immediate term of imprisonment.

The court also imposed a restraining order to protect the complainant and ordered him to pay a victim surcharge.

Magistrates said the offences were serious, particularly the strangulation allegation, which Parliament has recognised as a significant indicator of escalating domestic violence.