News

Businessman lucky to be alive after ‘horrific accident’

Published

6 years ago

November 30, 2017

A BUSINESSMAN from Pembrokeshire says he feels lucky to be alive after being involved in a ‘horrific accident’ on a stretch of the A48 on Wednesday morning (Nov 29).

Cain Peacock, who is a partner in a boiler installation company based in Pembroke Dock, said on Facebook following the collision: “I was in a horrific accident yesterday. A five car pile up on the A48 which resulted in me colliding with someone somewhere around 60mph.

“This picture is what’s left of my car. I consider myself extremely lucky to be alive and thankful the components of the car worked as they were supposed to and saved my life.

“I’m battered, it hurts to move and I feel like I’ve been hit by a bus but I’m sound of mind, have all my limbs and I’ll live to see another day. Incredibly glad that although there were some injuries, everyone is alive and mobile.”

The five-vehicle collision happened at 8:30am near Foelgastell junction by Cross Hands.

A Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 8.32am to reports of a road traffic collision involving five vehicles, on the A48 between Nantycaws and Cross Hands.

“One male is trapped and another is receiving first aid from a nurse at the scene. Fire crews are using hydraulic cutting equipment to release the trapped male.”

Both lanes of the A48 heading eastbound were closed with diversions in place.

Crime

Jailed for breaching domestic violence protection order

Published

8 hours ago

May 19, 2024

Court Reporter

AMY Woolston, 20, of Vine Road, Johnston, Pembrokeshire, has been sentenced to six weeks in prison for breaching a domestic violence protection order.

On 15th May 2024, Woolston was found in the company of a man in a flat at The Farmers Arms, Market Street, Whitland, in violation of the order issued by Llanelli Magistrates Court on 10th May 2024.

The court deemed the offence serious due to the proximity to the original order and a previous breach involving the same victim. Woolston was not in custody and appeared unrepresented in court. Her total sentence length is 18 weeks.

The case was dealt with in Haverfordwest court on May 16.

News

Lease of former Newcastle Emlyn Courthouse approved

Published

9 hours ago

May 19, 2024

Tom Sinclair

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet has this week approved the transfer of the former Newcastle Emlyn Courthouse to Newcastle Emlyn Town Council.

The Cabinet approved a 21-year lease which will facilitate the Town Council’s plan to bring the premises back into use.

The future of the former Courthouse has been considered in detail, with the Town Council carrying out a public consultation on the community’s requirements, and the sites potential contribution to those local needs. The outcome of the consultation suggested that the local community wanted the building to be retained, refurbished and transformed into a multi- use centre.

Newcastle Emlyn Town Council intend to submit an application for funding from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund [UKSPF] in order to pay for the necessary restoration work. The funding is conditional upon the Town Council having a lease of sufficient term on the premises.

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Resources, Cllr Alun Lenny commented: “The building as it currently stands is not needed for further use by the County Council and has been empty for some time. I welcome the Cabinet’s decision to approve the transfer of this asset to Newcastle Emlyn Town Council. The funding will ensure that the building is being used for the benefit of the town’s residents.

“This decision is in line with Carmarthenshire County Council’s Wellbeing Objectives: Enabling our communities and environment to be healthy, safe, and prosperous (Prosperous Communities).”

Crime

Teenagers fled from Pembroke RFC after setting spectators stand on fire

Published

10 hours ago

May 19, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ON MONDAY (may 16) between the hours of 16:25 and 17:00, the spectators stand of Pembroke Rugby Football Club was deliberately set on fire, police have said.

Two males, aged between 17-19, fled from the club grounds immediately after the smoke plumes were noticed.

Both males were on dark framed push bikes and wearing dark coloured hooded jumpers.

Officers are asking if anyone who has any information or has witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the area around these times, is asked to contact police either online at: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.

Quote reference: 24000446140

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.