Crime

Large-scale police operation in Pembroke Dock as rumours of brothel abound

Published

2 years ago

August 6, 2024

POLICE and Home Office officials conducted a large-scale operation in Pembroke Dock earlier today, targeting several residential properties. Raids were carried out on properties in Gordon Street, Water Street, and Queen Street, beginning at around 8.30am. Officers, prepared for resistance, broke down doors in an effort to catch the occupants by surprise.

Residents of Pembroke Dock noticed an increased police presence, with the police station car park filled with more vehicles than usual. Authorities made efforts to engage with neighbours to offer reassurance.

When contacted, Dyfed-Powys Police issued a statement confirming the operation but refrained from providing specific details.

The statement read: “Dyfed-Powys Police and the Immigration Service executed search warrants in the Gordon Street, Water Street, and Queen Street areas of Pembroke Dock. The warrants were executed this morning, Tuesday, 6th August 2024. No arrests were made. The Neighbourhood Policing Team visited the area providing reassurance to members of the local community.”

A local shopkeeper, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that she recognised one of the raided properties. “I noticed that one of the houses had a lot of gentlemen callers – it was something I couldn’t not notice,” she said. Speaking at 11 am on Tuesday, she remarked, “The police have obviously taken whatever is going on there seriously, as they have gone in first thing this morning very heavy-handed, no messing about. There are detectives in plain clothes still outside the address talking to the neighbours.”

Another resident, living 100 yards from one of the raided properties, reported hearing rumours of a brothel operating in at least one of the locations. “I have been told that there was a brothel in at least one of the properties, but that is from a neighbour who I trust. There are a lot of rumours going around Pembroke Dock at the moment; we will have to wait until it is confirmed or comes out in court. I saw loads of police and a Border Force van this morning. Crazy this is all happening under our noses, isn’t it?”

Former County Councillor for the Pembroke Dock area, now lorry driver, Paul Dowson, commented on the situation, revealing that he had previously been made aware of a brothel in the town. “I had even been sent photos of the women working there by a friend. I am glad that the police are doing something about this,” he said.

This is an updating story. More as we get it.

Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald

Crime

Police standoff ends after four-hour incident in Pembroke Dock

Published

10 minutes ago

May 9, 2026

Tom Sinclair

TASERS, DOGS AND ARMED OFFICERS SEEN AT ELIZABETH COURT

A FOUR-HOUR police standoff in Pembroke Dock has ended after officers were called to a reported domestic incident.

Dyfed-Powys Police attended an address in Elizabeth Court shortly after 11:00am on Saturday (May 9) where a man was understood to be inside an upstairs room.

Eyewitnesses said officers repeatedly asked the man to come downstairs while police remained outside the property. Tasers were drawn during the incident, and a large number of officers were seen at the scene, including specialist officers, dog handlers and a female inspector.

A police dog unit was also deployed, while what appeared to be a trained negotiator was seen assisting officers as they worked to bring the incident to a safe conclusion.

The standoff continued until around 3:10pm, when the situation was resolved. Police have since left the area.

A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson earlier said: “Officers are dealing with an ongoing incident in the Elizabeth Court area of Pembroke Dock, following a domestic incident reported this morning.

“This is an isolated incident which is contained to one property, and there is no risk posed to members of the public.

“A large police presence remains at scene and officers are working to bring the situation to a swift conclusion.

“Members of the public are asked to avoid the Elizabeth Court area until further notice.”

The Herald understands officers had attended to arrest a man at the address.

No further details have yet been confirmed by police.

Crime

Teen denies attempted murder of Milford Haven teacher

Published

4 hours ago

May 9, 2026

Tom Sinclair

TEENAGER REMANDED AHEAD OF JULY TRIAL

A 15-YEAR-old boy has denied attempting to murder a teacher during a stabbing incident at Milford Haven School.

The teenager, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (May 8).

He pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, causing grievous bodily harm with intent, and unlawful wounding with a knife.

The charges relate to an incident at Milford Haven School on Thursday, February 5, when emergency services were called after reports that a teacher had been assaulted by a pupil carrying a weapon.

The school was placed into lockdown and pupils were later safely evacuated.

The injured teacher was taken to hospital with stab wounds, but was discharged later the same day.

Police said at the time that specialist officers were supporting the victim and the wider school community.

The teenager was remanded in custody following Friday’s hearing.

A trial is due to begin on July 6.

Crime

Racial abuse suspect barricaded himself inside Johnston lodge

Published

2 days ago

May 7, 2026

Tom Sinclair

ARMED police were called to a supported accommodation building in Johnston after a man allegedly barricaded himself inside a room while behaving aggressively and racially abusing staff.

Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed officers were called to Silverdale Lodge at around 8:55am on Saturday (May 2) following reports of disorder involving a resident.

According to police, the man allegedly acted aggressively towards staff members and made racially abusive comments before barricading himself inside a room at the property.

The force said armed officers were deployed to ensure the safety of staff, other occupants and the man himself.

A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “Dyfed-Powys Police was called to Silverdale Lodge in Johnston at approximately 8.55am on May 2 following a report of a male behaving in an aggressive manner and being racially abusive towards a member of staff.

“Officers attended the scene and the male had barricaded himself in a room.

“In order to ensure the safety of the male, staff members and other occupants of the building, armed officers attended the scene.

“The man was detained and arrested. There were no injuries to members of staff or officers reported. There is currently no ongoing threat to the public.”

Police confirmed Billy Pitman, aged 29, has been charged with racially aggravated public order offences, criminal damage and threats to cause criminal damage in connection with the incident.

Pitman was remanded into custody and appeared before Swansea Magistrates’ Court on Monday (May 4).

We will bring you the court result as we receive it.