Crime
Dramatic arrest of three men after man hospitalised in assault
THREE men have been arrested by armed officers, at least one with weapons drawn, following allegations of an assault on Monday morning (Mar 11) in Wavell Crescent, Pembroke Dock.
Large numbers of police officers were seen around Monday lunch time searching for suspects in the area of Milford Haven leisure centre, and in Meyler Crescent, also in Milford Haven.
At around 1.05pm on Monday police were at Precelly Place where armed officers searching for a male suspect who was believed to be in a residential property.
A witness, who asked not to be named, spoke to The Herald on Monday evening. She said: “Police had their guns drawn and were telling the occupant to come out of the house. There was a lot of shouting. The occupant was saying that there were kids in the house, and was detained for a short time in the back of a police van whilst police searched for the suspect.”
“The police said do not worry, just come out with your hands in the air and then we will make sure the children are looked after.”
“The suspect was found not to be in the address and police moved on with their search.”
Later on a man, believed to be the person the police was looking for, handed himself into custody, and was detained for several hours before being released under investigation.
Police said following the arrest of three suspects, they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident and that the alleged victim received hospital treatment at Withybush General Hospital.
He has now been discharged.
A spokesperson from Dyfed-Powys Police told The Pembrokeshire Herald: “Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating an allegation of assault that occurred on March 11 at approximately 11.30am at Wavell Crescent, Pembroke Dock.
“Following the alleged assault, one man was taken to hospital for medical treatment.
“A number of local officers, including armed response, were present in the local areas conducting enquiries.
“Three men have been arrested in connection with the investigation, with no further suspects outstanding.
“Enquiries into the incident are continuing.”
Crime
Three men from London admit their guilt over illegal cannabis farm
THREE men admit their guilt after police discover over 700 cannabis plants during a raid on a former school building in Llandysul.
Officers from Dyfed-Powys Police executed a warrant at the former Ysgol Gynradd Llandysul on Heol Llyn Y Fran on November 15. Inside, they found 737 cannabis plants spread across multiple rooms.
Armeld Troksi, 29, and Njazi Gjana, 27, both from Empire Avenue in Edmonton, London, along with Ervin Gjana, 24, from Durham Avenue in Romford, were arrested at the scene and later charged with producing cannabis.
The three men appeared before Swansea Crown Court, where they admitted their involvement in the illegal operation. Defence solicitor Joshua Scouller requested a pre-sentence report for Ervin Gjana, which was granted by Judge Geraint Walters.
Sentencing is scheduled for January 20.
A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson said: “Following a warrant executed at the former school on Heol Llyn Y Fran, officers discovered a significant cannabis grow containing 737 plants.
“We are grateful to the local community for their continued support and cooperation. Officers will remain in the area while the site is secured.
“Our commitment remains firm in disrupting drug production and supply networks across our force area.
“We encourage residents to report any suspicious activity, no matter how small it may seem. Every piece of information can make a difference, and reports can easily be submitted through our website.”
Crime
Sex offender jailed for breaching court order
A SEX offender from Wolfscastle has been jailed after using fake names on WhatsApp and attempting to access a social media app, breaching his sexual harm prevention order (SHPO).
Luke Rogers, 38, was sentenced to 10 months in prison at Swansea Crown Court after pleading guilty to two breaches of the order, which was imposed following his 2020 conviction for sexual activity with a child.
Under the SHPO, Rogers was prohibited from using unregistered internet-enabled devices or creating online profiles under false names. Prosecutor Ryan Bowen told the court that police monitoring software installed on Rogers’ phone detected activity in group chats under three aliases last November.
Further investigation revealed Rogers had also searched for the MeetMe app on four occasions and admitted using it. Rogers, described by Mr. Bowen as “apologetic,” was arrested, and his phone was seized.
The court heard Rogers has a history of 17 convictions for 35 offences, including breaching court orders and failing to comply with sex offender notification requirements.
Defence barrister Olivia Rose said Rogers had cooperated fully with police and expressed a desire to change. She argued that his breaches stemmed from a misunderstanding about permitted names and emphasized his efforts to seek support.
Despite these mitigating factors, Judge Catherine Richards noted Rogers’ pattern of reoffending and stated: “The reality is I can only pass an immediate custodial sentence.”
She expressed hope that Rogers would take advantage of post-sentence supervision to break the cycle of offending.
Crime
Police renew appeal to find Darren Markes from Pembroke Dock
POLICE in Pembrokeshire are renewing their appeal for information to locate Darren Markes, 46, from Pembroke Dock. He is wanted in connection with a domestic assault.
Markes is believed to have links to the Portsmouth and Sussex areas.
If you have seen Darren Markes or have any information about his whereabouts, please contact the police through one of the following methods:
- Online: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 101
You can also provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers:
- Phone: 0800 555 111
- Website: crimestoppers-uk.org
Please quote reference number 24*944729 when providing information.
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