News
Tenant found guilty of stealing oven
MAGISTRATES found a Haverfordwest man guilty of theft of a Cannon Lincoln gas oven to the value of £235 on Wednesday. Shaun William Kendrick, aged 32, of Hawthorn Rise, initially pleaded not guilty to the charge, and did not attend his trial to defend himself. Prosecutor, Sara Lewis said: “The defendant was a tenant at a property belonging to Mr Peter Lewis. His tenancy began July 2011 and he was asked to leave in July 2013. After he left an agent attended the premises and noticed the oven was missing. The oven was there when he moved in and had been removed without consent of the landlord. “The oven was later found at Kendrick’s home in Hawthorn Rise. He said that the old one had broken and he had bought a new one exactly the same as to replace it, although the serial number on the oven found in his home matched that of the one stolen.” Landlord, Peter Lewis told the court: “I was having difficulties with Kendrick. He was there a week longer than he was supposed to be, but he did eventually leave of his own accord. A check was done by an agent from Home Rental Company, which is normally done with the tenant. “The person sent to do the check called me saying they couldn’t get in, which is when we realised the locks had been changed. We tried to get hold of Kendrick on the phone but he wasn’t answering. We eventually got inside and I saw that it wasn’t in great condition and the cooker was gone. Nobody else had access to the property and I did not give permission for anyone to take anything.” Magistrates found Kendrick guilty of the offence and issued a warrant for his arrest without bail to give him his sentence.
News
Emergency services respond to incident in Haverfordwest town centre
EMERGENCY SERVICES were called to an incident in Haverfordwest town centre on Saturday morning (Apr 4), with police and ambulance crews attending near County Sports.
Pedestrians were asked to avoid part of the area while the incident was being dealt with, causing some disruption in the town centre.
A witness told The Herald they were walking towards Old Bridge when they were stopped from going through.
The witness said: “I was walking towards the Old Bridge and was told that I had to go around due to a medical emergency.”
The nature of the incident has not yet been officially confirmed.
The Herald understands the emergency response remained in place for some time as crews dealt with the situation.
We have contacted Dyfed-Powys Police for comment.
News
Teenager intervenes after bridge incident
A TEENAGER was left shaken after stepping in to help a young woman in distress on Clay Lanes bridge in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The Herald understands the 18-year-old was walking through Clay Lanes at around 4:10am when he noticed a young woman standing on the road bridge over the bypass.
Concerned that something was wrong, he approached her and tried to engage her in conversation. When she remained polite but dismissive, he walked a short distance away and called police before returning to stay nearby.
According to information passed to The Herald, officers arrived a short time later. It is understood the young woman then attempted to go over the bridge, but the teenager pulled her back to safety as police responded and called for further assistance.
His father, who contacted The Herald, said the young man had been badly shaken by the incident.
Dyfed-Powys Police has been approached for comment.
If you have been affected by any of the issues in this story, support is available from Samaritans free of charge, 24 hours a day, on 116 123.
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Community
Flood Alert issued for Pembrokeshire coast as weather conditions worsen
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has issued a Flood Alert for the Pembrokeshire coastfollowing rising water levels. The alert, which affects areas between St Dogmaels, Cardigan and Amroth, warns that flooding is possible in the region due to adverse weather conditions and high tides.
The alert was issued at 12:53 PM today (Apr 4), urging local residents to be prepared for potential flooding in the coming hours.
Key Advice for Residents
As the flood risk increases, NRW has shared crucial advice to help people stay safe:
- Prepare a flood plan: If you have one, now is the time to follow it.
- Protect valuables: Residents should move important items, such as documents and sentimental belongings, to higher ground or safer locations.
- Stay alert and pack an emergency kit: Ensure your phone is charged, and pack essential items like medications, chargers, insurance documents, and warm clothing in case you need to evacuate quickly.
- Check on vulnerable individuals: Ensure that children, elderly relatives, and pets are safe, with a plan for their evacuation if necessary.
Avoid Floodwater at All Costs
NRW is also stressing the importance of avoiding floodwater, as even shallow levels of water can be extremely dangerous. As little as 30 cm (1 foot) of floodwater can sweep away a car, and 15 cm (6 inches) can knock you off your feet.
Authorities are urging everyone to never walk or drive through flooded areas.
How to Stay Updated
Residents are advised to stay informed through NRW’s website, where they can track water levels and access real-time updates. The agency also recommends checking its social media accounts for the latest information.
For more detailed information or if you need assistance, call Floodline at 0345 988 1188 (quick dial number: 503013).
For More Information:
- Flood Warning Details: Flood Warning Page
- Check River and Rainfall Levels: River Levels
- Floodline: 0345 988 1188
Follow NRW on Twitter: @NatResWales
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