News

Off duty firefighters stopped to assist injured motorcyclist

Published

3 years ago

January 30, 2023

THE MOTORCYCLIST who was involved in the road traffic collision on Steynton Road, Milford Haven on Sunday (Jan 29) was assisted by off-duty firefighters, the Herald understands.

Two off duty-fighters resuscitated and revived the biker, who was badly injured, according to rescuers

The injured party was conveyed to hospital by road ambulance.

A spokesperson from Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: “The Milford Haven crew were called to at 5.27pm.

“There was a road traffic collision involving one private motor vehicle and one motorcycle.

“The motorcyclist was resuscitated and revived by two off-duty firefighters.

“The casualty, who was in a critical condition, was conveyed to hospital by ambulance.

“Crews assisted with first aid, the cleaning up of fuel and making the motor vehicle safe.

“Crews left the scene at 6.10pm.”

The police said as folows: “Dyfed-Powys Police attended a two vehicle road traffic collision which occurred on the A4076 Steynton Road, Steynton, Milford Haven at about 5.10pm on Sunday 29th January 2023 .

“The collision involved a black Honda motorcycle and a grey Audi A3.

“The male rider of the motorbike was taken to hospital with what are believed to be serious injuries.

“The road was closed and reopened at 11.50pm.”

Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to contact 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-20230130-274.

As previously reported, Wales Air Ambulance sent a helicopter, call sign HLE67, to the scene of the incident but the helicopter left Milford Haven at 19:56HRS, arriving back at base in Llanelli approximately twenty minutes later.

The South Wales Trunk Road Agent handled the road closure whilst police officers from the Roads Policing Unit carried out a preliminary investigation into the incident.

Crime

Youth, 15, admits assault on police officer in Milford Haven

Published

1 minute ago

March 20, 2026

Court Reporter

A 15-YEAR-OLD has admitted assaulting a police officer during an incident in Milford Haven.

Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court heard that the offence took place on Saturday (Mar 1), when the youth assaulted Police Constable 573 Evans.

The defendant appeared before magistrates on Wednesday (Mar 19), where a guilty plea to common assault was entered.

The court granted unconditional bail and adjourned the case for sentencing.

The youth is due to appear again at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (Apr 2) at 10:00am for sentencing. The hearing is expected to last around 30 minutes.

Under Section 49 of the Children and Young Persons Act 1933, the youth cannot be identified.

Crime

Youth given conditional discharge after series of offences in Haverfordwest

Published

3 minutes ago

March 20, 2026

Court Reporter

A YOUTH has been given a conditional discharge after admitting a series of offences in Haverfordwest, including assault, shop theft and interfering with motor vehicles.

Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court heard that the offences took place over a number of days in December 2025.

The court was told that on Saturday (Dec 6), the youth assaulted another child by beating them during an incident in the town. On the same date, they also stole two cans of Red Bull worth £5.40 from Tesco.

Further offences were committed on Tuesday (Dec 9), when the youth interfered with multiple vehicles at a vehicle repair workshop at Havens Head Business Park, Milford Haven. The offences involved attempts to interfere with vehicles with the intention of theft.

The youth appeared before magistrates on Wednesday (Mar 19), where guilty pleas were entered to all matters.

Magistrates imposed a 12-month conditional discharge for each offence, taking into account the early guilty pleas.

The court also ordered the youth to pay £100 in compensation to the victim of the assault and £5.40 in compensation to Tesco. No order for costs was made due to the financial circumstances involved.

Under Section 49 of the Children and Young Persons Act 1933, the youth cannot be identified.

Local Government

New mayor-elect announced for Haverfordwest

Published

6 minutes ago

March 20, 2026

Tom Sinclair

HAVERFORDWEST TOWN COUNCIL has confirmed its new Mayor-Elect, with Councillor Randell Thomas-Turner set to take on the role later this year.

In a statement, he said he was “honoured” to accept the nomination, describing it as a moment that will stay with him forever.

He also highlighted the significance of the appointment, saying he is set to become the town’s first mayor of colour and the youngest in a century.

The councillor said the role represents more than a personal achievement, adding that it reflects “progress, representation, and the power of community.”

His official mayor-making ceremony is expected to take place in May.