News

Saundersfoot chef knocked woman unconscious

Published

10 years ago

February 15, 2015

Tom Sinclair

Suspended sentence: Henri Pritchard

A SAUNDERSFOOT chef knocked a young woman unconscious after an incident on the dancefloor of a Carmarthen pub.

Henri Pritchard, who is currently living in Laugharne, fractured Briana Robinson’s cheek in the attack, outside the Spread Eagle in King Street .

Pritchard, aged 20, of Victoria Street, admitted assault causing actual bodily harm.

Craig Jones, prosecuting, told Swansea Crown Court how a group of young woman had travelled from Cornwall to south Wales for a holiday and on January 30, 2014, found themselves inside the Spread Eagle.

Mr Jones said an incident took place on the dancefloor involving a friend of Miss Robinson’s and a friend of Pritchard’s.

The two men left the pub but Miss Robinson, aged 18 at the time and 19 now, followed and began remonstrating with Pritchard.

Mr Jones said Pritchard was by then extremely drunk and “made no sense” when he began telling Miss Robinson how much money he made and calling her a slut.

Miss Robinson pointed out that she had not met him before that evening.

She suddenly felt “a massive hit” to the side of her face and she fell down unconscious. She was taken to Morriston hospital, Swansea, and found to have suffered a fractured cheekbone, although it did not require surgery.

However, she suffered bruising that took two months to fade away, lost time off work and was now worried about going out at night.

Immediately afterwards, Pritchard threw a friend of Miss Robinson’s to the ground.

Security staff intervened and the police were soon on the scene, said Mr Jones.

After his arrest Pritchard told police he had been so drunk he could not remember attacking Miss Robinson.

His barrister, James Hartson, said he was deeply ashamed and it had taken a long time for him to accept what he had done.

Pritchard, he added, was due to become a father in June.

The Judge, Mr Recorder Ifan Wyn Lloyd Jones, said the assault was a serious example of ABH and Pritchard could have been charged with a more serious offence.

“She said later that it felt to her that her mouth was exploding,” he added.

Pritchard was jailed for six months, suspended for two years, and ordered to carry out 200 hours of unpaid work for the community.

He was also placed under a 9.30pm to 7am curfew and told to pay Miss Robinson £1,200 in compensation, plus a government surcharge.

Crime

Mother admits to killing seven-year-old son in Haverfordwest

Published

18 hours ago

November 22, 2024

Luke Sinclair

A mother has admitted to the manslaughter of her seven-year-old son at their home in Haverfordwest, citing diminished responsibility.

Papaipit Linse, 43, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Nov 22), where she denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her son, Louis Linse. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC confirmed the manslaughter plea would be accepted, stating it “did not come as a surprise” to the prosecution.

The incident occurred on 10 January when police were called to a property on Upper Market Street. Louis was rushed to Withybush General Hospital but tragically died shortly afterwards.

During the hearing, Linse, who spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas, was informed that she would be sentenced on 13 December. Judge Paul Thomas KC described the case as “clearly a very sensitive as well as a very tragic case.”

The court was told that Linse is currently receiving treatment at the Caswell Clinic, a mental health facility in Bridgend. Psychiatric evidence is expected to be presented during the sentencing hearing to provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the case.

Community

Council warns of icy conditions as temperatures drop

Published

1 day ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ROAD users in Pembrokeshire are being urged to exercise caution tonight as temperatures are forecast to dip below freezing.

Pembrokeshire County Council has announced that road surface temperatures could reach as low as -2°C, with the possibility of sleet or snow on higher ground. In response, precautionary salting of the county’s primary routes will be carried out this evening and overnight.

A spokesperson for the council said: “Road users are advised to take care if travelling on untreated roads.”

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead and drive carefully, particularly in areas that may not have been treated.

Stay tuned to The Herald for updates on road conditions and weather warnings.

Community

Stallholders wanted for Milford Haven Christmas Market

Published

1 day ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN BUSINESS CIRCLE is calling for stallholders to join the town’s festive Christmas Market, set to bring holiday cheer on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The market will take place at the Lower Charles Street Car Park, promising a vibrant mix of stalls and attractions. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering gifts, children’s toys and games, food, cakes, flowers, and more.

There’s also an open invitation for someone with small children’s rides to add to the festive fun. A highlight of the event will be the Grinch’s Grotto, offering an entertaining twist to this year’s celebrations.

If you’re interested in having a stall, contact the Milford Haven Business Circle via email at [email protected] for more information.

Mark your calendars and join the excitement as Milford Haven celebrates the season in style!