Haverfordwest man guilty of raping his own sister

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3 months ago

February 23, 2026

A MAN from Haverfordwest has been convicted of raping his sister when she was under the age of 16.

The offences took place between 31 July and 7 August 1988 at Castle Lake Car Park in the town, when the defendant was in his 20’s.

Following a trial at Swansea Crown Court, the man was found guilty on two counts: rape of a female under 16 and indecent assault on a girl under 16, both contrary to the Sexual Offences Act 1956.

The jury returned the verdicts after hearing evidence over several days, including the complainant’s account of the incident which happened nearly 38 years ago.

The case was reported to police in December 2023.

The man, who cannot be named for legal reasons to protect the identity of the complainant, will be sentenced at Swansea Crown Court on Monday, 23 March 2026.

This conviction highlights that reports of historic sexual offences continue to be thoroughly investigated and brought before the courts, no matter how much time has passed.

After the case the complainant said: “The day that I thought would never happen happened, something that I have carried with me for nearly 40 years has finally been heard.

“I seriously; can not explain how I feel right now, but a very heavy weight has finally been lifted.”

Anyone who has been affected by sexual abuse can contact the police on 101 or seek support through specialist services such as Rape Crisis or Victim Support.

Man accused of police station bomb hoax remanded in custody

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43 minutes ago

May 28, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A MAN has been remanded in custody after appearing in court accused of making a bomb hoax threat involving Llanelli Police Station.

Anthony Mold appeared before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (May 28) charged with communicating false information with intent to induce a false belief that a bomb was present.

The court heard the allegation relates to an incident in Llanelli on Tuesday (May 26), during which Mold allegedly contacted the Dyfed-Powys Police Force Control Room claiming a bomb was on his person and that he intended to detonate it at Dafen Police Station.

Mold is also charged with assaulting a police officer in the execution of his duty, criminal damage to a police vehicle, and breaching a Community Protection Notice by allegedly drinking alcohol in a public place in breach of restrictions imposed upon him.

The assault allegation relates to PC 1378 Moore, who police say was assaulted in Llanelli on May 26. A separate charge alleges damage was caused to a Dyfed-Powys Police vehicle.

The court remanded Mold in custody. Magistrates were told concerns included the likelihood of further offending and the seriousness of the allegations.

The case was adjourned to Llanelli Magistrates’ Court for a further hearing on Thursday, June 18, ahead of sentencing proceedings listed for Monday, June 29.

Crime

Man banned from contacting MP after court appearance

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45 minutes ago

May 28, 2026

Court Reporter

A CARMARTHENSHIRE man has appeared in court accused of harassment offences and has been banned from contacting a Welsh MP as part of strict bail conditions.

Nathan Townsend appeared before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (May 28).

The court heard allegations relating to communications and online activity. As part of conditional bail, Townsend was ordered not to contact Labour MP Nia Griffith directly or indirectly and was also prohibited from posting material relating to the case on social media.

The case was adjourned for a future hearing.

Townsend was warned that any breach of his bail conditions could result in his arrest and remand in custody.

Crime

Carmarthenshire man sent to Crown accused of 33 historic sexual offences

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49 minutes ago

May 28, 2026

Court Reporter

A CARMARTHENSHIRE man has appeared in court accused of 33 historic sexual offences, including rape, sexual assault and child sex offences.

Paul Summerfield, aged 65, of Morfa Maen, Kidwelly, appeared before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (May 28).

The charges include allegations of indecent assault on boys under 14 and under 16, sexual assault on males, engaging in non-penetrative sexual activity with boys, and rape of a man aged 16 or over.

The alleged offences are said to have taken place between 2000 and 2019, with most linked to the Llandysul area. One allegation of rape relates to an alleged incident in Burry Port between November and December 2019.

The complainants are granted lifelong anonymity under the Sexual Offences Amendment Act 1992.

The case was sent to Swansea Crown Court, where Summerfield is due to appear for a plea and trial preparation hearing on Monday, June 29.

He was granted conditional bail. Conditions include that he must live and sleep each night at his home address and must not contact any prosecution witnesses, either directly or indirectly.