Crime
Painter accused of knocking partner unconscious after ‘years of abuse’
Man charged with assault, threats to kill and knife possession will face trial at Crown Court
A PEMBROKESHIRE painter and decorator has appeared before magistrates accused of knocking his partner unconscious following what the Crown alleges were years of domestic abuse.
Haverfordwest magistrates heard this week that the complainant claims she was forced to flee her home barefoot with her young child after allegedly being assaulted by Jamie Clews, 38.
The court was told that the incident is said to have occurred at the couple’s address in Hubberston while the woman was running a bath.
“By the time she regained consciousness, the bath was overflowing and water had begun pouring through the downstairs ceiling,” Crown Prosecutor Sian Vaughan told the court.
“She left the property barefoot, accompanied by her young child, and later collapsed in a local pub.”
Ms Vaughan said the complainant alleges she had been subjected to domestic violence by Clews over a considerable period of time.
“Her arm has been fractured, she has had a knife held to her throat while being told she was going to be killed, and she has been beaten unconscious,” she said.
A victim impact statement was read to the court in which the complainant claimed she had endured several years of abuse.
“There have been times when I’ve been afraid for my life,” she said.
“No-one should have to live with domestic violence, but I’m petrified of him. I don’t want my children to grow up seeing their mother subjected to violent atrocities from Jamie, or from anyone else.”
Clews is charged with assaulting the complainant on two separate occasions, possessing a knife in a private place, making threats to kill, and causing criminal damage to her iPhone.
After considering the seriousness of the allegations, magistrates declined jurisdiction and committed the case to Swansea Crown Court, where Clews is due to appear on January 23.
The Crown applied for Clews to be remanded in custody, a request opposed by defence solicitor Tom Lloyd. No pleas were entered at this stage, though the defence indicated the allegations would be denied.
“This is a bare-bones file, and on that basis the court is being asked to remand a hard-working painter and decorator in custody,” Mr Lloyd said.
“The defendant has been assaulted in the pub on numerous occasions by the complainant, and there is CCTV footage to support that. No mention of this has been made in court this morning. Jamie Clews was the victim here, not her.”
Following a short adjournment, magistrates agreed to release Clews on conditional bail.
The conditions include that he resides with his father at an address in Narberth, has no direct or indirect contact with the complainant, does not enter Hubberston, and observes a daily curfew between 8:00pm and 6:30am.
Anyone affected by domestic abuse in Wales can contact the Live Fear Free Helpline on 0808 80 10 800, a free, 24-hour confidential service providing help, information and support. The helpline also offers a live chat service via the Welsh Government’s Live Fear Free website.
In an emergency, always call 999.
Crime
Fishguard man admits assault and criminal damage
Court orders no contact with woman and bans him from address ahead of sentencing
A FISHGUARD man has admitted assaulting a woman and damaging property during an incident earlier this year.
Peter Bromley, aged 50, of Parc y Chwarel, Fishguard, appeared before magistrates at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court for a first hearing.
He pleaded guilty to assault by beating and criminal damage.
The court heard that on January 13, 2026, at Fishguard, Bromley assaulted a woman by beating her.
During the same incident, he also damaged crockery belonging to her.
Magistrates adjourned the case for sentencing to allow a pre-sentence report to be prepared.
Bromley was remanded on conditional bail and must return to Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, February 26 at 12:00pm.
Strict bail conditions were imposed. He must not contact the complainant directly or indirectly and must not attend her address in Fishguard.
Sentencing will take place later this month.
Crime
Pembroke Dock man admits threatening to hack woman’s head off with sword
Court imposes strict bail conditions and bans contact with named individuals ahead of sentencing
A PEMBROKE DOCK man has admitted sending a message threatening serious violence and has been remanded on conditional bail while the court prepares a pre-sentence report.
Charles Bianchy, aged 37, of Pembroke Street, Pembroke Dock, appeared before magistrates at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court.
He pleaded guilty to making a communication conveying a threat of serious harm, contrary to Section 181 of the Online Safety Act 2023.
The court heard that on September 16, 2025, at Pembroke Dock, Bianchy sent a message to a woman, threatening to hack that woman’s head off with a sword, intending, or being reckless as to whether, the recipient would fear the threat would be carried out.
Magistrates adjourned the case for sentencing to allow for the preparation of a pre-sentence report.
Bianchy was remanded on conditional bail and must attend the next hearing at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, February 26 at 10:00am.
Strict bail conditions were imposed. He must not contact the alleged victim and one other witness to the case, directly or indirectly, and must not attend at a specified address in, Pembroke Dock.
He is also prohibited from entering any data, or permitting any data to be entered, onto any electronic network referencing the complainant .
The case will return to court later this month for sentencing.
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Crime
Community order for man who breached sexual harm prevention order
Walters fined and ordered to complete rehabilitation programme after admitting breach of court-imposed restrictions
A NARBERTH man has been handed a community order after admitting breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
John Walters, aged 61, Townmoor, Narberth, appeared before magistrates at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court for sentence on Tuesday (Feb 4).
The court heard that between December 5 and December 7, 2025, Walters breached the terms of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order which had been imposed by Swansea Crown Court in June 2022.
Walters indicated a guilty plea at an earlier hearing.
Magistrates imposed a community order running until August 3, 2027. As part of the sentence, he must complete the Building Choices Programme, consisting of 21 sessions, and comply with up to 15 days of rehabilitation activity at the direction of a responsible officer.
The court also fined him £200, stating the penalty was set as a punitive element.
Walters was ordered to pay £85 prosecution costs and a £114 victim surcharge. A collection order was made for the money to be deducted from benefits at a rate of £20 per month.
Sexual Harm Prevention Orders are designed to restrict behaviour and protect the public. Breaching the terms of such an order is a criminal offence and can lead to further penalties, including imprisonment.
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