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Nearly £10,000 of illegal drugs off the streets

Published

8 years ago

May 25, 2018

Police: In an operation at the Mount Estate, Milford Haven, this week

THE POLICE have now confirmed that, as reported in the Herald today, they have been carrying out a large operation to prevent the sale of drugs in the Milford Haven, Neyland and Pembroke Dock areas.

£10,000 worth of drugs at street value has been seized across the county over the last five days, as part of what the police are calling a ‘targeted operation against drug dealing’ in our county.

We have been reporting how police used chainsaws to smash down the front doors of suspected drug dealers this week using American-style SWAT tactics for the first time in Pembrokeshire.

Drugs and cash have been seized from suspected drug dealers in Milford Haven, Neyland and Pembroke, following a week-long targeted operation (May 21-25).

Six people were arrested for possession with intent to supply illegal drugs with a street value of £9,720.

The drugs seized were:

£9,000 worth of cannabis;
£500 worth of psychoactive substances;
£120 worth of amphetamines; and
£100 worth of heroin.

£6,500 in cash has also been seized, suspected of being money made from criminal activity.

Pembrokeshire Problem Solving Team Sergeant, Reuben Palin, said: “The message from the community is clear – illegal drugs cause misery and they need to be taken off the streets. I’d like to thank the public for giving us information so we can target drug dealers who take advantage of the most vulnerable in society.

“I encourage anyone with any information or concerns about drug misuse to contact us – as you’ve seen, we will take action.”

Investigations are ongoing into the six arrested people.

A further three people are due to be voluntarily interviewed about drug possession.

Anyone with information about the use or supply of drugs can contact police on 101. If you are Deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired, text the non-emergency number on 07811 311908. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

8 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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8 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

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8 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.