David Guy is accused of assaulting a woman and possessing an air rifle with intent to cause fear of violence

A HAVERFORDWEST man has been remanded in custody after denying three charges, including possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.

David Guy, aged 50, of Market Street, Haverfordwest, appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, June 23.

Guy is accused of possessing an air rifle between May 1 and May 17 with the intention of causing Rebecca Hughes to believe that unlawful violence would be used against her or another person.

He pleaded not guilty to the charge, which was brought under the Firearms Act 1968.

Guy also denies assaulting Ms Hughes and causing her actual bodily harm in Haverfordwest on May 17.

A third charge alleges that he committed a common assault against her between May 1 and May 17. He has also entered a not guilty plea to that allegation.

Magistrates sent all three charges to Swansea Crown Court for trial.

Guy was remanded in custody after the court heard concerns that he might commit further offences causing injury or fear of injury to an associated person, or interfere with witnesses or otherwise obstruct the course of justice.

He is due to appear at Swansea Crown Court for a plea and trial preparation hearing on Friday, July 24.

The magistrates were Mr D Fawcett, Mr J Steadman and a third member of the bench. Sian Vaughan appeared for the prosecution and Alaw Harries represented Guy.

RNLI volunteers and a Coastguard rescue team helped carry the casualty from Aberavon Beach after a suspected knee dislocation

MILFORD HAVEN Coastguard helped coordinate a multi-agency rescue after a paddleboarder was injured in the water at Aberavon Beach.

The incident happened on Tuesday (July 7), close to the North Breakwater, after the paddleboarder reportedly fell from their board and suffered a suspected dislocated knee.

Port Talbot RNLI volunteers had just completed a scheduled training exercise in Swansea Bay when they were tasked by Coastguard controllers at Milford Haven to assist the casualty.

The station’s lifeboat, Craig Morris, made its way to the scene, where the crew located the injured paddleboarder in shallow water close to the shoreline.

Helm Carl Matthews decided to beach the lifeboat, allowing the volunteers to reach the casualty quickly and begin administering first aid.

After assessing the paddleboarder’s injuries and bringing them safely ashore, the crew requested assistance from the Port Talbot Coastguard Rescue Team.

Working together, the RNLI and Coastguard volunteers carefully carried the casualty from the beach to a family member’s vehicle. They were then taken to hospital for further assessment and treatment.

Port Talbot RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager Clive Morris said: “Our crew responded very quickly to this incident, arriving within minutes of the call being made.

“Thanks to their training in casualty care, they were able to administer immediate treatment to the casualty.

“Working closely with our colleagues from Port Talbot Coastguard Rescue Team, the casualty was safely extracted from the location. Our crews train for all eventualities and this incident demonstrated the value of that training.

“This was another excellent example of the lifeboat and Coastguard working hand in hand, highlighting the importance of multi-agency teamwork in achieving the best possible outcome. We wish the casualty well in their recovery.”

The incident highlights the role played by the Milford Haven Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre, where Coastguard officers coordinate responses to emergencies around the Welsh coastline.

The RNLI is reminding paddleboarders and other water users to carry a reliable means of calling for help and to wear an appropriate personal flotation device.

Anyone who sees a person in difficulty at the coast should call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Long-serving supporters Diane and Emily Lloyd cut the ribbon as the children’s hospice charity begins a new chapter in the town

TY HAFAN has officially opened its newly relocated charity shop in the centre of Cardigan, marking the latest chapter in its long-standing relationship with the town and surrounding communities.

Diane Lloyd and her daughter Emily, both dedicated supporters of Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice, cut the ceremonial ribbon at the new premises at 25 High Street on Friday, July 10.

Diane has worked for the charity for 22 years, while Emily has volunteered for Tŷ Hafan for the past 11 years.

The charity currently supports 22 families caring for children and young people with life-shortening conditions in the Ceredigion Penfro Senedd constituency. A further 17 families continue to receive bereavement support.

Maree Thomas, regional sales manager for Tŷ Hafan, thanked the community, volunteers and businesses that helped make the relocation possible.

She said: “I’d like to thank everyone who joined us on this exciting occasion as we opened our newly relocated Cardigan Tŷ Hafan store.

“We’ve been present on this high street for over 30 years, with the first few years spent in a tiny cabin and the last 22 years in the smaller shop just down the road.

“None of this would have been possible without the wonderful Lloyd family and other local supporters, who were among the first fundraisers for Tŷ Hafan.”

She also thanked the shop’s volunteers, landlord Andrew, local companies, donors, customers and supporters who helped with the move.

“Your support means that we can walk alongside every family that needs us,” she said.

“Our shops play an important part in raising funds and awareness of the hospice. Right now, we are only supporting one in ten families who have a child whose life will be short.

“Our ambition is that when a child’s life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own.”

During the past year, the Cardigan community has contributed around 3,000 volunteer hours, donated 2,000 bags of goods and purchased approximately 3,000 items from the charity.

The move to larger premises will allow the shop to display and sell more donated goods, helping to raise additional funds for hospice care.

Shop manager Diane said: “I would like to thank the local community for its massive support over the past 30 years, right from when we started in a little cabin in the market to our lovely new shop on the High Street.

“I’d also like to thank my absolutely amazing volunteers. Some have been with me for more than ten years and some have been here since the shop opened. Without them, we simply could not do what we do.”

Emily said volunteering had given her the opportunity to help families while also being part of a friendly and welcoming team.

She said: “I love volunteering for Tŷ Hafan. It’s great fun, it keeps me busy and you know you’re making a difference for local families with children who have life-shortening conditions.

“We’re always looking for more volunteers, so anyone who would like to join us can email [email protected] or call 02920 532255.”

Musician Mark Watkin Price also performed during the opening celebrations, singing and playing guitar for visitors and supporters.

The new shop is expected to begin trading seven days a week and includes a dedicated donation drop-off area at the rear of the premises.