Crime

Milford Haven man admits repeated breaches of restraining order

Published

2 months ago

November 17, 2025

A MILFORD HAVEN man has admitted breaching a restraining order on three separate occasions over a four-month period.

Peter Edgar, 39, of Chestnut Way, was made subject to the order at Swansea Crown Court on June 16, 2021, with the terms later amended by Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on September 2 last year.

The court heard that Edgar went to the woman’s home on two occasions – sometime between May 27 and June 5, and again between June 15 and 19. He was also accused of contacting her on September 20, despite being prohibited from doing so.

Edgar was further charged with a number of additional allegations involving the same woman, including intentional strangulation, assault by beating, and causing damage to walls and a door lock. He denied those matters.

At Swansea Crown Court, Edgar pleaded guilty to the three restraining order breaches. Prosecutor Brian Simpson told the judge that the pleas were acceptable and the remaining charges would not be pursued. He confirmed that the decision had been discussed with the complainant.

Judge Catherine Richards said she had “significant concerns” given Edgar’s “particularly worrying history” and told him to expect a custodial sentence. He was remanded in custody.

The case was adjourned for sentence on December 5.

Crime

Armed police called to Milford Haven address

Published

5 hours ago

January 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

ARMED police responded to an incident in Vicary Crescent, Milford Haven, on Sunday morning, with witnesses reporting a significant emergency presence on the usually quiet residential street just off The Rath.

Residents said officers arrived shortly after 9:00am and that at least six police vehicles were seen in the area, including two police vans. Witnesses also reported seeing armed officers at the scene.

The incident is believed to be related to a domestic matter, though police have not yet issued an official statement. The Herald has contacted Dyfed-Powys Police requesting comment and will update this report when more information is available.

The dramatic scenes caused concern among some residents.

One woman told The Herald: “I’ve never seen anything like this down here. It really was a shock first thing on a Sunday morning.”

Police were also seen in numbers at St Lawrence Avenue in Hakin.

It is not yet clear whether anyone was arrested, and details surrounding the operation are still being confirmed as this is a breaking story.

***Police were also seen at St Lawrence Avenue at the same time, and this is believed to be connected to the same incident.***

Crime

Carmarthenshire man committed to Crown Court over online child sex offences

Published

5 hours ago

January 18, 2026

Court Reporter

MAN accused of attempting to involve a child in sexual activity online has been sent to the Crown Court for sentence after indicating guilty pleas at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court.

Richard Dawe, 61, of Caroline Street, Llanelli, appeared at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (Jan 14) for a first hearing.

The court heard Dawe is charged with attempting to cause a child under thirteen to look at an image of sexual activity, attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child, and attempting to cause or incite a girl under thirteen to engage in non-penetrative sexual activity.

The offences are alleged to have taken place in Llanelli between Tuesday, January 7 and Monday, January 13, involving a child described in the court register as “purported to be” aged twelve.

Dawe indicated guilty pleas to all three matters on Tuesday (Jan 14). The case was committed to Swansea Crown Court for sentence, with a committal hearing listed for Wednesday, February 4 at 9:00am.

Magistrates granted conditional bail, including a nightly curfew, reporting requirements, and restrictions on contact with anyone under eighteen. The court also ordered a pre-sentence report.

Crime

Police appeal after vehicle damaged in Fishguard

Published

2 days ago

January 16, 2026

Tom Sinclair

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a parked vehicle was damaged in Fishguard.

Officers say the incident happened sometime between the late hours of Sunday (Jan 4) and the early hours of Monday (Jan 5) in the area between Ffwrn and Pizza Point.

A blue Skoda Karoq was parked there when its front windscreen was damaged.

Anyone with information, or private CCTV such as doorbell footage, or dashcam recordings showing suspicious activity, is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys Police by emailing [email protected], calling 101, or sending a direct message on social media.

The reference is DP-20260107-035.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via its website.