News

Four charged by after violent scenes outside Welsh pub

Published

7 months ago

July 19, 2025

Three remanded in custody, one bailed ahead of Crown Court sentencing

DYFED-POWYS POLICE have charged four men following a serious outbreak of violence outside the Angel public house in Welshpool town centre during the early hours of Sunday (July 13).

At approximately 3:10am, officers received reports of significant disorder on Berriew Street, with serious violence witnessed at the scene. Officers attended swiftly and, following rapid enquiries, arrested four suspects. All were later charged following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service.

Those charged are:

Troy Manuel, 21, of Welshpool – violent disorder
Ryan Jones, 21, of Welshpool – violent disorder
Kayden Manuel, 18, of Welshpool – violent disorder
Jack Dixon, 19, of Welshpool – violent disorder, possession with intent to supply Class A cocaine, possession with intent to supply Class B cannabis, and possession of criminal property

All four appeared before Mold Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (July 17).

Troy Manuel and Kayden Manuel pleaded guilty to the offence of affray and were remanded in custody to appear for sentencing at Mold Crown Court on August 7.

Jack Dixon also pleaded guilty to affray, possession with intent to supply Class A cocaine, and possession with intent to supply Class B cannabis. He was likewise remanded in custody to appear at the same hearing.

Ryan Jones pleaded guilty to affray and was granted conditional bail. He will also appear at Mold Crown Court on August 7 for sentencing.

‘Total carnage’ – witness speaks out

A man from St Davids, Pembrokeshire, who witnessed the incident, told The Herald: “The behaviour was shocking — total carnage. People should be ashamed of themselves. We were all out for a nice time, but it turned into this.”

Police commend swift action

Chief Inspector Matthew Price said: “This successful outcome is the result of the proactivity and dedication of the Powys Priority Policing Team, who worked very long hours to secure these charges.

“The incident had a significant impact on the community, and the team was determined to detain those responsible as quickly as possible. They were also supported by a number of departments and officers across the force.

“I would like to thank the community for their assistance and co-operation, and I would encourage anyone with further concerns to contact us.”

Appeal for information

Anyone who witnessed the disorder in the early hours of Sunday (July 13), or who has any information, is urged to contact Dyfed-Powys Police online at https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, via email at [email protected], or by calling 101.

If you are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired, text 07811 311 908. Information can also be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

Quote reference: 060 of July 13, 2025.

Crime

Pensioner admits causing serious injury in collision

Published

44 seconds ago

February 4, 2026

Tamsin Mathias

Sentencing adjourned for further victim impact statement

A PENSIONER has been given an interim driving ban after admitting causing serious injury by careless driving.

Hedley Williams, 80, was driving on the A477 in July 2025 when his Honda collided with a vehicle driven by Peter Watson.

“As a result of the collision, Mr Watson sustained serious injuries and spent a month in hospital,” the court heard.

Williams, of Maesteg Road, Cwmfelin, pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by careless or inconsiderate driving.

Sentencing was adjourned until February 24 to allow an updated victim impact statement to be obtained. Williams was released on unconditional bail.

Crime

Disqualified fisherman caught driving BMW

Published

2 minutes ago

February 4, 2026

Sarah-Jane Absalom

Court hears driver had ‘made dreadful decision’

A PEMBROKESHIRE fisherman has appeared before magistrates after being caught driving while disqualified.

David Morgan, 42, was stopped by police on December 29 while driving a BMW on the A413 at Penally.

Officers established that Morgan was uninsured and already serving a 16-month driving ban following a drug-driving conviction.

His solicitor Mike Kelleher told the court that Morgan had driven after receiving distressing news about a close family member.

“He went out to clear his head and made a dreadful decision,” he said.

Mr Kelleher added that Morgan’s son is confined to a wheelchair and his wife does not drive, meaning a further ban would cause hardship.

Magistrates chose not to impose a further disqualification. Morgan was fined £500 and ordered to pay a £200 surcharge and £85 costs. His licence was endorsed with six penalty points.

Crime

Provisional licence holder admits drink-driving through town centre

Published

3 minutes ago

February 4, 2026

Sarah-Jane Absalom

Motorist was uninsured and driving alone

A PROVISIONAL licence holder has admitted drink-driving through Haverfordwest town centre while uninsured and driving alone.

Kian Kelly, 20, was stopped by police in the early hours of January 11 as he drove a Nissan Juke along Clay Lane.

Checks showed Kelly was driving without insurance and without a supervising driver. A breath test later revealed he had 43 micrograms of alcohol in his breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35.

Kelly, of Hill Street, Haverfordwest, pleaded guilty to drink-driving, driving without insurance and driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence.

His solicitor Alaw Harries said there were no aggravating factors and that Kelly “deeply regrets his actions”.

Magistrates disqualified him from driving for 14 months. He was fined £120 and ordered to pay £85 costs and a £48 surcharge.