Crime
Man who raped three women given 27-year extended sentence

A WEST WALES man who raped a woman he had just met in the woods outside Lampeter, after similar attacks on two other women in recent years, has been sentenced to a 27-year extended sentence.
Following a short man hunt in Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion, Saul Rowan Henvey was arrest on May 7th 2021, for a rape the previous day when he led a woman he had just met in Lampeter into the woods, told her he loved her, before carrying out his attack.
The 47-year-old, from the Tregaron area, was charged with that rape on 8th May 2021 and remanded to court, where he was further remanded into custody.
As part of an intensive investigation, officers revisited another rape allegation against Henvey in May 2019.
The victim said Henvey had approached her when she was alone in the front garden of her home in Lampeter.
He manipulated her into allowing him into her home where he raped her later that day.
Henvey continued to manipulate this victim for several months after the rape, until she found the strength to report what had happened to Domestic Violence Support officers, who then alerted the police in January 2020.
That case wasn’t progressed at the time due to evidential issues, however, the victim in that case, who was completely unrelated to the latest victim, had reported Henvey’s behaviours that matched the recent attack.
Then, following the publicity after Henvey’s charge for the woodland attack in Lampeter, a further unrelated victim came forward to report a rape in the Llanddewi Brefi area between March and April 2021.
In that incident Henvey approaching a lone female while she was at home and convinced her to allow him to stay by claiming to be homeless. On two separate occasions, the woman woke in the night to find Henvey raping her whilst she slept in her own bed.
Senior investigating officer, DI Adam Cann, said: “This case has shown the importance of reporting to police when you are the victim of rape or sexual assault.
“Due to a lack of appropriate evidence, initially we were not able to get justice for the first victim. However, Henvey’s actions and pattern of offending meant we were able to prove a pattern that convinced the jury of his guilt.”
Henvey was back at Swansea Crown Court, where he was found guilty of four counts of rape following trial on March 7, today when the judge sentenced him to a 27-year extended sentence – 21 years in custody plus six years on licence.
He was told he would serve two thirds of his sentence before being able to apply for parole.
Henvey was placed on the sex offenders register for life and given an indefinite restraining order for each victim.
Throughout the investigation and trial the victims were supported by specialist officers and the additional compassion and support provided by New Pathways in guiding the victims through the process has been invaluable.
DI Adam Cann said: “The sentence handed to Henvey today is welcomed and we hope it will give some comfort to his victims and allows them to move on with their lives.
“As officers, we have witnessed the devastating effect Henvey’s heinous, violent actions had on his victims.
“Despite this they have shown incredible strength, bravery and determination to see the investigation through and help us make sure he is locked up where he can’t do the same to other women.
“I hope this reassures people that Dyfed-Powys Police will not tolerate such terrible crimes and gives anyone who has been attacked like this the confidence to come forward.
“We will listen to you and we will work tirelessly to get justice.”
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Dyfed-Powys Police Chief Constable to retire after 25 years’ service

DR RICHARD LEWIS has announced his retirement as Chief Constable of Dyfed-Powys Police, bringing a 25-year policing career to a close.
The force, which serves Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Powys, will now begin the search for his successor.
Chief Constable Lewis, who was born and raised in west Wales and has worked across all four counties, described leading the force as “the professional privilege of my life.”
He said: “I have nothing but fond memories of working in this fantastic force, and in policing. It has been a real honour to work alongside PCC Dafydd Llywelyn, a true leader and nationally important figure in Wales who has invested so much in the development of Dyfed-Powys and the safety of its communities.
“I have every confidence that whoever is appointed the next Chief Constable will continue the force’s positive trajectory, which led us to cutting crime by 18% over the past 12 months – by some distance the biggest cut in crime anywhere in England and Wales.”
Following the announcement, Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn paid tribute to Dr Lewis, praising his leadership during a period of major change.
Mr Llywelyn said: “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Chief Constable Dr Richard Lewis for his service and dedication to Dyfed-Powys Police.
“His leadership has been instrumental in guiding the force through significant transformation over the last three years, ensuring we continue to provide an effective and efficient policing service to our communities.
“During his tenure, Dr Lewis has overseen a major force review, delivering essential reforms that achieved £10 million in savings. He has also modernised the force’s infrastructure, including the introduction of a new crime records management system – a critical step in addressing HMICFRS concerns about data integrity.”
The Commissioner confirmed that the process to appoint a new Chief Constable will begin in the coming weeks.
Deputy Chief Constable Ifan Charles will act as temporary Chief Constable until a permanent appointment is made.
Mr Llywelyn added: “On behalf of the people of the Dyfed-Powys area, I thank Richard for his service and commitment and wish him every success for the future.”
Crime
No jail for Camrose man sentenced for attempted child sex offences

A CAMROSE man who thought he was grooming a 13-year-old girl has been sentenced at Swansea Crown Court.
Phillip Jackson, aged 42, of The Causeway, Haverfordwest, appeared before the court on Thursday (Apr 3) after pleading guilty to two offences: attempting sexual communication with a child, and attempting to incite a child to engage in sexual activity.

The court previously heard that between September 22 and October 20, 2024, Jackson engaged in sexually explicit conversations online with someone he believed to be a young teenage girl. In reality, the account was operated by a decoy.
He also encouraged the supposed child to perform a sexual act on herself.
Judge Paul Thomas KC sentenced Jackson to 20 months in prison, suspended for two years. He must also complete 35 days of rehabilitation activity and carry out 150 hours of unpaid work.
Jackson was made subject to a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and must sign the Sex Offenders Register for 10 years.
The Herald understands Jackson made full admissions during his police interview and had no previous convictions.
Crime
Former police CCTV operator appearing at Crown Court over misconduct charges

A FORMER Dyfed-Powys Police CCTV operator is appearing at Swansea Crown Court today (April 7) for a plea and directions hearing, facing charges of controlling and coercive behaviour, along with offences under the Data Protection Act and Computer Misuse Act.
Russell Hasler, who was arrested in 2023 by the force’s Professional Standards Department, had worked as a CCTV operator since 2019. He resigned from his post while under investigation for alleged offences said to have taken place between 2020 and 2022.
He was previously charged at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on March 5, 2025, and committed to the Crown Court for further proceedings.
The Herald understands that legal directions will be set today, with a trial date expected to be scheduled later this year.
Hasler remains on court bail.
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