News

Appeal from woman who is ‘lucky to be alive’ after crash

Published

8 years ago

February 18, 2017

A LOCAL woman who narrowly avoided a head-on collision, which lead to her car flipping over, is appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Andrea Hope, 35, was travelling home from work in Pembroke Dock to Haverfordwest on Thursday (Feb 16) when she says she had to avoid an oncoming car which was attempting a dangerous overtake between Burton and Houghton.

In doing so she lost control of the car, which flipped over and rolled along the side of the road.

Thankfully, she didn’t sustain any life-threatening injuries.

Both the car that was overtaken and the car which performed the alleged dangerous overtake failed to stop to help her.

Following the crash, Andrea took to Facebook to appeal for either of the cars involved in the incident to come forward to police.

Lucky escape: Andrea said she’s ‘lucky to be alive’

Talking to the Herald, Andrea said: “I was driving home from work on Thursday at approximately 3:10pm by the Beggars Reach.

“Someone in a red car went to overtake another car (charcoal colour) on the brow of the hill coming towards me in the dip of the brow, so I swerved to avoid a head-on collision, lost control and flipped forward and then rolled and they carried on.

“I’d like the person that was being followed by the red car that overtook to come forward.

“I’m very sore and lucky to be alive.

“I owe a big thanks to the kind people that did stop and help me.”

A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson said: “Police are investigating a road traffic collision that occurred on the unclassified road between Houghton and Burton at around 3.10pm on Thursday, February 16 2017.

“A grey Ford Fiesta was took evasive action to avoid an oncoming overtaking vehicle and ended up coming to rest on its roof.

“Fortunately the driver did not sustain serious injuries but was conveyed to hospital as a precautionary measure.

“Police are keen to speak with the driver of a red estate type vehicle that was travelling the road at this time.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Mycroft at Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Unit on 101.”

Crime

Mother admits to killing seven-year-old son in Haverfordwest

Published

1 day ago

November 22, 2024

Luke Sinclair

A mother has admitted to the manslaughter of her seven-year-old son at their home in Haverfordwest, citing diminished responsibility.

Papaipit Linse, 43, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Nov 22), where she denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her son, Louis Linse. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC confirmed the manslaughter plea would be accepted, stating it “did not come as a surprise” to the prosecution.

The incident occurred on 10 January when police were called to a property on Upper Market Street. Louis was rushed to Withybush General Hospital but tragically died shortly afterwards.

During the hearing, Linse, who spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas, was informed that she would be sentenced on 13 December. Judge Paul Thomas KC described the case as “clearly a very sensitive as well as a very tragic case.”

The court was told that Linse is currently receiving treatment at the Caswell Clinic, a mental health facility in Bridgend. Psychiatric evidence is expected to be presented during the sentencing hearing to provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the case.

Community

Council warns of icy conditions as temperatures drop

Published

2 days ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ROAD users in Pembrokeshire are being urged to exercise caution tonight as temperatures are forecast to dip below freezing.

Pembrokeshire County Council has announced that road surface temperatures could reach as low as -2°C, with the possibility of sleet or snow on higher ground. In response, precautionary salting of the county’s primary routes will be carried out this evening and overnight.

A spokesperson for the council said: “Road users are advised to take care if travelling on untreated roads.”

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead and drive carefully, particularly in areas that may not have been treated.

Stay tuned to The Herald for updates on road conditions and weather warnings.

Community

Stallholders wanted for Milford Haven Christmas Market

Published

2 days ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN BUSINESS CIRCLE is calling for stallholders to join the town’s festive Christmas Market, set to bring holiday cheer on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The market will take place at the Lower Charles Street Car Park, promising a vibrant mix of stalls and attractions. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering gifts, children’s toys and games, food, cakes, flowers, and more.

There’s also an open invitation for someone with small children’s rides to add to the festive fun. A highlight of the event will be the Grinch’s Grotto, offering an entertaining twist to this year’s celebrations.

If you’re interested in having a stall, contact the Milford Haven Business Circle via email at [email protected] for more information.

Mark your calendars and join the excitement as Milford Haven celebrates the season in style!