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Dyfed-Powys appoint new Deputy Chief Constable

Published

9 years ago

November 25, 2016

Tom Sinclair

Darren Davies: The new Deputy Chief Constable

DYFED-POWYS POLICE is pleased to confirm the appointment of Darren Davies as their new Deputy Chief Constable.

Darren’s most recent post was as Assistant Chief Constable seconded to the Metropolitan Police as Director of Change for the Counter Terrorism network, also having a close involvement in collaboration on a national level across law enforcement.

Having been born and brought up in the force area, he now returns to his less urban roots, having began his policing career when he joined Dyfed-Powys Police in 1988. He worked in Llanelli, Powys, Carmarthen, Ammanford and the force headquarters, before becoming the head of the Wales Extremism and Counter Terrorism Unit in 2005. In 2007 he spent two years in London working on terrorism and ports issues on a national level.

Then in 2009 he returned to Wales working on regional collaborative units, and in 2014 became the lead of both serious organised crime and terrorism matters for Wales. He brings a wealth of experience in delivering innovative and complex change and business improvement on a regional and national level, working closely with partners, and is well versed in strategy, performance improvement and financial management, whilst having a keen appreciation of the importance of valuing his staff and workforce in order that they can deliver the best service for the public of Dyfed-Powys.

In his early years, he attended Whitland Grammar School, where he was a keen sportsman, playing cricket and rugby at county level for Pembrokeshire, as well as playing cricket for Wales at under-16 level. He and his accountant wife enjoy walking the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path and the Brecon Beacons. They have four children between them, and his two daughters are both schooled through the medium of Welsh in Powys.

Deputy Chief Constable Mark Collins, who will take up his post as newly appointed Chief Constable of Dyfed-Powys Police in December, said: “I am delighted to have appointed Assistant Chief Constable Darren Davies as my Deputy. Darren has a long and distinguished history as a serving officer in Dyfed-Powys Police and further afield, and I am sure the experience he has gained regionally and nationally will benefit Dyfed-Powys Police upon his return.”

Assistant Chief Constable Darren Davies added: “I am absolutely honoured to be returning to serve in the force area as the Deputy Chief Constable and proud to be working with a committed team in delivering the best possible service for the people of Dyfed and Powys over the coming years.”

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

3 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

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)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

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4 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

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.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

Published

4 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

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.