News
Withybush: Man arrested after hunt for alleged knifeman
A TWENTY-FOUR-year-old man is being questioned by police following a hunt for an alleged knifeman in Haverfordwest.
Police were calling after a male victim sustained cuts to his face.
Police were called following an incident at Withybush Industrial Estate, Haverfordwest on Monday afternoon (Aug 12).
Police were called to the area at approximately 13:40 hours, where it was reported a man had been assaulted.
A search involving several officers took place for the suspected offender.
Police said that he was finally located in the Bridge Meadow area.
The police said: “A man was arrested on suspicion of assault causing actual bodily harm, causing criminal damage, possession of a controlled drug, possession of a bladed article and threats to kill.
“He is currently in police custody.
“The suspected offender and victim are known to each other and this is believed to be an isolated incident between individuals.”
A police dog was used in the hunt for the suspect. The Dyfed-Powys Police Dogs posted on Twitter, saying: “Police Dog Samson and handler were asked to attend in Haverfordwest where Samson completed a search and found a knife thrown from the scene hidden in dense undergrowth. Great nose work!”
Community
Pembrokeshire County Council launches festive info hub
WITH the festive season fast approaching, Pembrokeshire County Council has made it easier than ever to access essential service updates for Christmas and New Year.
The council’s website now features an updated ‘Christmas in Pembrokeshire’ page, providing answers to key holiday queries such as bin collection schedules and free parking availability.
Residents can also find information about leisure centre and library opening times, winter driving tips, bus timetables, salting routes, and a guide to Christmas markets across the county.
The page includes reminders about recycling rules, including what can and cannot be recycled, as well as details on Christmas tree recycling services.
For everything you need to know this festive season, visit https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/christmas-in-pembrokeshire.
Crime
Motorist almost three times over drink limit
A MOTORIST who was nearly three times over the drink-drive limit has been sentenced following a crash on the B4314 in Pendine.
Stuart Rickford, 43, was driving his Audi at 1:30pm on November 15 when he collided with another vehicle.
“There were no injuries, but when officers spoke to the defendant they had a strong smell of intoxicants,” Crown Prosecutor Linda Baker told the court.
A roadside breath test proved positive, and Rickford, of Beach Hotel, Marsh Road, Pendine, later gave a reading of 93 mcg of alcohol at the police station. The legal limit is 35.
Rickford pleaded guilty and was sentenced to a 12-month Community Order with 80 hours of unpaid work. He was disqualified from driving for 23 months and ordered to pay a £114 court surcharge and £85 costs.
Crime
Man jailed for threats at Withybush Hospital
A HAVERFORDWEST man has been sentenced to seven days in custody after threatening to harm members of the public at Withybush Hospital.
Wayne Tydeman, 42, made threats while speaking to a community practice nurse following his release from a 24-week custodial sentence.
“He was on post-sentence supervision, and this is the first breach,” probation officer Julie Norman told the court.
Tydeman, of Dew Street, Haverfordwest, was remanded in custody and appeared via video link from Park Prison. His solicitor said his mental health had improved during his time in custody.
Judge Layton sentenced him to seven days in custody, warning: “If you fail to engage in the future, the sentence will be considerably longer.”
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