News

Man steals Toyota after downing ‘several beers and a bottle of rum’

Published

4 weeks ago

April 3, 2024

A COURT has heard how a 21-year-old man downed ‘several beers and a bottle of rum’ at a Pembrokeshire nightclub before driving off in a Toyota Aygo without the owner’s consent.

Bryan John entered the Out nightclub in Pembroke Dock on the evening of December 9, 2023.

“He drank several beers and a bottle of rum and when he left the club, it was raining,” the probation service told Haverfordwest magistrates this week.

“He saw a vehicle which was unattended and insecure, with the keys left in the ignition, so he went inside it for shelter,”

“He then drove the car from Pembroke Dock to the Silverdale Lodge in Johnston, but he has no idea why he did this.”

Crown Prosecutor Linda Baker said that a staff member who was on duty at the Silverdale Lodge heard a vehicle drive into the lodge car park at around 4am.

“He saw Bryan John get out, and when he spoke to him, he could see that he was under the influence of alcohol,” she said.

“The staff member contacted the police and when officers arrived, they checked the vehicle’s information and discovered that it was stolen.”

John was arrested and taken to Haverfordwest police station where he was breathalysed and found to have 52 mcg of alcohol in his system. The legal limit is 35.

He pleaded guilty to taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent; driving over the legal drink-drive limit; driving otherwise than in accordance with a driving licence and using the vehicle on a public road without third party insurance.

John was legally represented in court by solicitor Mr Tom Lloyd.

“My client had gone out that night, he’d had too much to drink and he did something really silly,” he said. “I can’t explain why he did it, but he knows that this kind of behaviour isn’t going to assist him in the future.”

John was sentenced to an 18-month community order during which he must carry out 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 100 hours of unpaid work. He was disqualified from driving for 12 months. He must also pay £85 court costs and a £114 surcharge.

“You’re very fortunate that nothing worse happened that night, before you were arrested,” commented presiding magistrate Mary Smith when passing sentence. “This is a wake up call to stop behaving like a kid.”

News

Tigers second division Cup Champions

Published

14 hours ago

May 1, 2024

Herald Sport

In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.

The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.

The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.

As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.

But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.

With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.

The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.

Crime

Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop

Published

18 hours ago

May 1, 2024

Tom Sinclair

POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.

A window was smashed and the door handle broken.

Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”

News

Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2

Published

19 hours ago

May 1, 2024

Luke Sinclair

THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.

Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.

They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.

A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.

This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.

Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.

Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.

If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.