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Police confirm fire at multi-storey car park being treated as suspicious

Published

2 years ago

July 13, 2022

THE FIRE at the multi-storey car park in Haverfordwest is being treated as suspicious, police have confirmed.

The blaze broke out in the north tower of the building at around 9.30pm on Tuesday night (Jul 13), and crews were on scene until well after midnight dampening down.

Firefighters from several stations attended, including from Milford Haven and Pembroke Dock.

No injuries were reported at the time of going to press.

Smoke was seen rising high over Haverfordwest, with many locals posting pictures on social media.

The main road was closed whist the incident was being dealt with, and police tape was put up at the exits of Riverside Shopping Centre, to safeguard the public.

A spokesperson for the police said: “Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating a fire which occurred last night, Tuesday 12th July, at the multistorey car park, Cartlett Road, Haverfordwest. The car park was not in use.
“The fire is currently being treated as suspicious.

“Anyone with information that could help officers with their investigation is asked to report it to Dyfed-Powys Police, either online at: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.

“Quote reference: DP-20220712-408.

“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or

visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”

A council spokesperson said in a statement: “Damage has been caused to a stairwell at Haverfordwest multi-storey car park in a fire last night (Jul 12).

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Firefighters extinguished the blaze which is being treated as suspicious by Dyfed-Powys Police.

Pembrokeshire County Council will now assess the full extent of the damage and liaise with the emergency services.

The multi-storey car park has been closed to the public since Monday 20th June for initial works ahead of full demolition and the site has been secured with fencing.

Fire tender from Haverfordwest at the scene on Tuesday night

Crime

Pembroke Dock resident faces court over dog control breaches

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43 mins ago

November 13, 2024

Court Reporter

PHILIP Murray, 52, of 11 Picton Place, Pembroke Dock, will appear at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (Nov 14) to face several charges of breaching a community protection notice. The notice, issued under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, required Murray to control his dogs in response to repeated disturbances.

The charges relate to incidents from May to September 2024, when Murray allegedly failed to comply with the restrictions set out in a notice issued on January 3, 2024. Court documents state that despite multiple warnings, Murray continued to disregard the order, leading to ongoing issues linked to his dogs’ behaviour.

If found guilty, Murray could face a Level 4 fine for each offence. The hearing is scheduled to take place from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in Courtroom 1, presided over by the Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire Adult Panel.

The case underscores the role of community protection notices in addressing persistent anti-social behavior.

Crime

Cilgerran driver banned for drug use on Cardigan high street

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54 mins ago

November 13, 2024

Court Reporter

A CILGERRAN motorist appeared before a district judge after driving on Cardigan High Street under the influence of cannabis.

On May 3, police officers on patrol detected a strong smell of cannabis from a Volkswagen Golf driven by Kim Haynes, 40.

A drugs wipe returned a positive result, with subsequent tests showing Haynes had 3.4 mcg of Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol in her blood, above the legal limit of 2.

Haynes, of Sun Cottage, Church Street, Cilgerran, pleaded guilty to driving over the specified drug-drive limit. She was fined and ordered to pay a total of £365, including costs and a court surcharge, and was disqualified from driving for 12 months.

Crime

Motorist disqualified after cannabis-fuelled traffic collision

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1 hour ago

November 13, 2024

Court Reporter

A 21-YEAR-OLD driver has been disqualified after a traffic pile-up on the A40 following cannabis use.

Officers attended Arnold’s Hill, Slebech, on March 29 in response to a multi-vehicle collision involving Kayleigh Taylor, 21, whose Toyota Aygo was on the opposite carriageway.

“There was a smell of cannabis coming from the vehicle, so a drugs wipe was conducted, which returned a positive result,” said Crown Prosecutor Sian Vaughan. Further tests showed Taylor had 7.7 mcg of Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol in her blood, above the legal limit of 2.

Taylor, of Princess Royal Way, Haverfordwest, admitted to driving over the specified drug-drive limit and possessing 266.1 grams of cannabis found in her vehicle.

District Judge Mark Layton sentenced her to a 12-month community order with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days. She was disqualified from driving for 17 months, fined £80, and ordered to pay a £114 court surcharge and £85 costs.