POLICE were called to a burglary at a convenience store in Milford Haven during the early hours of Tuesday (Feb 24).

The incident happened at the Best One store on Charles Street, where two suspects are believed to have forced entry by smashing a pane of glass in the main door.

A member of staff told The Herald that the offenders stole vapes and tobacco products before fleeing the scene. However, their getaway was short-lived, as police detained two suspects around 30 minutes later. Both suspects are currently in police custody.

When a Herald reporter attended the shop at approximately 1:00pm, officers were still present carrying out enquiries, including the collection of CCTV evidence.

Despite the damage to the entrance, the store remains open to customers.

Dyfed-Powys Police have been approached for an official comment.

Former UK ambassador questioned over alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein as political pressure mounts

FORMER Labour cabinet minister Lord Peter Mandelson has been arrested after police searched two of his homes as part of an investigation into alleged misconduct in public office.

The 72-year-old, who previously served as the UK’s ambassador to the United States, is accused of leaking sensitive government information to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Officers were seen at one of his properties earlier this month, and he was later taken from his London home in an unmarked police vehicle.

His arrest comes only days after Prince Andrew was detained on suspicion of similar offences, with police also carrying out extensive searches of his residences, including Royal Lodge, over an eleven-hour period. Investigators are now expected to examine electronic devices seized during the operations, including phones and computers.

The Metropolitan Police previously confirmed that warrants were executed at addresses in Camden and Wiltshire in connection with an ongoing investigation involving a 72-year-old man suspected of misconduct in public office.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Hayley Sewart said officers from the Met’s Central Specialist Crime team were leading the inquiry.

The allegations relate to documents reportedly contained within files linked to Epstein, which appear to suggest Mandelson shared confidential or market-sensitive government information during his time in office. The extent of his association with Epstein has become a major political controversy, raising questions about vetting and judgement at the highest levels of government.

The situation has also created significant political pressure on the Prime Minister, who had appointed Mandelson to the ambassadorial role last year. Downing Street has since been forced to release thousands of emails and messages relating to the appointment, with officials continuing to review the correspondence.

Several MPs have publicly criticised the decision to appoint Mandelson, with some calling for senior figures within government to take responsibility for what they describe as a serious lapse in judgement.

Police have not yet confirmed whether any charges will follow.

POLICE have issued a warning to motorbike sellers after a spate of thefts linked to Facebook Marketplace across Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion.

Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed that five motorbikes and one electric bike were reported stolen between Tuesday (Feb 4) and Tuesday (Feb 18), with offences typically occurring late at night or during the early hours of the morning.

Officers say suspects have been contacting sellers who advertised motorcycles online, posing as genuine buyers in order to obtain home addresses for viewings. Shortly after these details were shared, the bikes were stolen.

Three men have been arrested in connection with the incidents and have since been released on bail while enquiries continue.

Police are now urging anyone selling a motorbike online to take extra precautions.

A spokesperson said: “We are advising sellers to choose a public location for any viewing or exchange, avoid engaging with suspicious accounts that appear newly created or incomplete, and always use secure payment methods.”

Anyone with information about the thefts is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys Police, either online or by calling 101.