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I’m not paying the fine
A TENBY man, who was fined just under £1000, kicked the door open and said “I’m not paying the fine” as he stormed out of Haverfordwest Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
Joseph Owen, from Dingle Nook, Penally, who didn’t find out about the hearing until Wednesday morning after returning home from work, was found guilty of failing to provide information to the police.
On November 7 a car was spotted going 37 miles an hour in a 30 miles an hour zone but it is unsure who was driving.
Owen stated that he works away a lot but could not remember whether it was himself or his partner driving the car.
He also seemed confused as to which day the offence occurred on, believing it to have happened on December 7.
A notice was served on November 19 but the couple asked for a photo to be sent to see if this could help identify who was driving the car.
Owen said “It must have been one of us but we can’t tell”
During cross examination it was said that Owen did not make enough relevant enquiries as to who it was that drove on that day.
Owen explained that they do various activities, taking their children to clubs and parties and explained how he and his partner often share responsibility and therefore they could not remember who had been driving at the time of the offence.
It was also put forward that Owen hadn’t looked into it deeply enough as he was unsure whether or not he was working.
The speeding charge was dropped as they could not tell who was in the car but he was found guilty of failing to provide information to the Police.
Having pleaded not guilty originally, Owen seemed shocked at the outcome and said that he would not be paying the total fine of £966.
He was told he could face prison if he did not pay and then stormed out of the courtroom, kicking a door on his way out.
He was let off for his behaviour as the judge took into consideration that he had had no sleep after driving back home from Lowestoft in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
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Teenage girl dies after medical emergency at Welsh rugby club
A TEENGAGE girl has tragically died following a medical emergency at Amman United Rugby Football Club in Ammanford on Friday evening (Nov 15).
Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed they were called to the scene, where the teenager became unwell. She was taken to hospital but, despite advanced medical efforts, passed away in the early hours of Saturday morning.
A police spokesperson said: “Our thoughts remain with the family at this difficult time.” The death is currently being treated as unexplained, and a report will be prepared for HM Coroner.
The Welsh Ambulance Service confirmed their attendance, stating that emergency crews were dispatched at approximately 9:55pm.
A spokesperson said: “We sent an emergency ambulance, supported by a Community First Responder and Cymru High Acuity Response Unit paramedics. Advanced critical care was delivered by the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service, with support from the Wales Air Ambulance charity helicopter.”
As a mark of respect, Amman United Rugby Football Club postponed all games over the weekend. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the club said: “Due to unforeseen circumstances, the club will be closed, and all games are postponed, out of respect.”
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Inquest hears social media bullying was factor in teen’s tragic death
MEGAN EVANS, 14, was found dead at her Milford Haven home on February 7, 2017, after what her family described as relentless online bullying. The inquest, held today, heard how Megan had attended a school meeting about a trip to France earlier that evening and appeared in good spirits.
Later that night, her parents left for Cardiff with her four youngest siblings while the four older siblings stayed at home. At 9:59pm, Megan’s brother called their parents, unable to find her in the house. His father told him to continue searching, and Megan was discovered in a locked upstairs bathroom. Despite the efforts of her family, paramedics, and hospital staff, Megan could not be saved.
A statement from her family described Megan as an intelligent, kind, and vibrant teenager. “She had a big heart and would do anything to help anyone,” the statement read. “She bought love and laughter into our home and was always full of energy. Her friends adored her, and she always stood up for what she believed in.”
The inquest was told Megan was a talented artist and hockey player who had been looking forward to attending a Justin Bieber concert. She was deeply loved by her family, who said she “poured so much love into everything and everyone around her.”
Megan’s mother, Nicola Harteveld, has previously spoken openly about the struggles her daughter faced in silence.
Nicola admitted she hadn’t recognised the signs of Megan’s distress at the time, including disrupted sleep and a secretive attachment to her phone.
In the years following Megan’s death, Nicola has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of mental health and the dangers of social media bullying. She founded the Megan’s Starr Foundation, which provides free professional counseling and peer support to vulnerable young people in Pembrokeshire.
Nicola reflected: “I see things now that I didn’t understand back then. I thought mental health struggles were always visible, but I was wrong. Megan was the life and soul of the house, and I never imagined the pain she was in.”
Through campaigns like “Step into January,” Nicola has turned her grief into action, creating a legacy for Megan that focuses on kindness and support for others.
The inquest continues.
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Teen’s tragic death linked to online bullying
MEGAN EVANS, 14, a talented and kind-hearted teenager from Milford Haven, was found dead at home on February 7, 2017, following what her family believes were bullying messages on social media, an inquest has heard.
Described as intelligent, capable, and full of energy, Megan was a passionate artist, county hockey player, and beloved by her six siblings and parents.
On the night of her death, she had been in good spirits after attending a school meeting about a trip to France.
Later, she was tragically discovered in a locked bathroom at home.
Her family remembered Megan as brave, thoughtful, and endlessly loving, someone who brought joy and positivity to everyone she met. They vowed to honor her memory by promoting kindness and love.
The inquest continues.
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