A CRACK cocaine dealer from Carmarthenshire has been jailed for three years after police raided a property in Llanelli.

Jake Ware, 26, of Pwll, Llanelli, was arrested after Dyfed-Powys Police uncovered around £4,000 worth of crack cocaine, more than £2,000 in cash, weighing scales and digital devices during a search warrant at an address in the town.

The raid took place on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, following information that Ware was supplying Class A and B drugs from the property.

Ware was not present when officers searched the address, but police later named him as a wanted suspect. A public appeal was launched on Thursday, March 26, 2026, and he was arrested later that afternoon after information was received from the public.

Detectives also found evidence of drug dealing through a Facebook account under the fake name “JJ Mac”, which police said was being used by Ware to arrange drug supply across the area.

Ware appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Monday, April 27, where he admitted possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine, and possessing criminal property.

He was sentenced on Friday, May 1, to three years in prison.

Detective Sergeant Richard Saunders said: “Jake Ware thought he could get away with supplying harmful drugs in the Llanelli area, but now he is in jail.

“I want to thank the public who responded to our appeal to locate Ware. With your help, we were able to arrest Ware and take another drug dealer off our streets.

“If you ever suspect drug dealing might be taking place in your area, please report it. You can report your concerns anonymously through Crimestoppers or you can simply report directly to us at Dyfed-Powys Police.

“By working together, we can make Llanelli a safer place to live.”

Anyone with information about drug dealing can contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by calling 101.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

NEW POLLING shows more than two-thirds of adults in Wales are using potentially harmful coping mechanisms when feeling stressed, anxious or low.

The Mental Health Foundation said the findings, released for Mental Health Awareness Week, show a need for the new Welsh Government to prioritise prevention and action on poor mental health.

The survey found that 69% of adults in Wales had taken harmful actions to cope with their mental health in the past month.

More than a third, 36%, said they had spent time isolating themselves from others, while 34% reported spending more time scrolling social media or going online as a way to deal with anxiety, stress or low mood.

Other commonly reported behaviours included comfort eating or overeating, at 27%, and oversleeping or not getting out of bed, at 31%.

The Mental Health Foundation said these behaviours were concerning because evidence suggests they can make mental health worse over time.

However, the polling also found that many people in Wales are taking positive steps to support their wellbeing.

More than four in five adults, 84%, had taken at least one helpful action to support their mental health. The most common were accessing nature, at 41%, doing something enjoyable such as a hobby, at 37%, and taking part in physical activity or prioritising sleep and rest, at 35%.

The poll of 1,015 people in Wales was carried out by Opinium on behalf of the Mental Health Foundation. It was released to mark Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from May 11 to 17.

Catherine Razzell, Policy and Public Affairs Manager at the Mental Health Foundation, said: “This polling tells us that, here in Wales, there is a concerning degree of harmful actions taken by people as a way of dealing with their feelings of poor mental health, such as doomscrolling or overeating.

“We are hopeful to see positive actions being taken by individuals to help maintain and improve good mental health. Tried and trusted activities such as connecting with nature, which many of us are fortunate to have access to in Wales, and taking part in physical exercise and rest, in equal measure, are all known to support our mental health.”

Calls for action

The polling found that nearly two-thirds of people in Wales, 64%, are using at least one harmful coping mechanism alongside positive actions.

Only one in five, 20%, reported taking only helpful actions to support their mental health.

The Mental Health Foundation said the results come at a significant moment following the Senedd election, with a new Welsh Government now in place.

Ms Razzell added: “Whilst it is good news people are finding ways to prioritise and protect their mental health and support those around them, more action is needed from our governments to create the conditions to support good mental health.

“We are seeing a once in a generation change politically in Wales. We are one year into the new ten-year mental health strategy for Wales and are keen to see how the new government will implement and resource this.

“In addition to a resourced focus on prevention, which we know has long-term economic benefits, we know that inequalities exist here that are huge barriers to good mental health, keeping people locked in poverty for generations.

“We want to see these issues tackled head-on by the new government for Wales. Now is the time for action and not talk.”

Mental Health Awareness Week is run by the Mental Health Foundation. This year’s theme is “Action”.

TENBY postman Dai Morgan has described serving the town as “the honour of my life” after being appointed mayor for a fourth consecutive year.

Cllr Morgan took office on Friday and was praised by fellow councillors for his sincerity, integrity and practical approach to the role.

In proposing him, Cllr Lawrence Blackhall said: “He appears relaxed and laid back but don’t be fooled – he is a smart and capable operator.”

Cllr Morgan, whose postal round covers the Whitland and Llanboidy areas, will again be supported by his wife Melanie as mayoress. His daughter Erin serves as town crier, while his son Miles helps as a stand-in mace-bearer.

Cllr Sam Skyrme-Blackhall described him as “astute, charismatic, dignified, honest, trustworthy, conscientious, empathetic, kind, caring and humble”, adding: “As I like to call him, my big friendly giant.”

Thanking councillors for placing their trust in him again, Cllr Morgan said: “It has been the honour of my life to serve Tenby.

“I remain committed to working hard, representing Tenby with pride, and doing all I can to support our community in the year ahead.”

He said the town council’s new office and hub at the De Valence Pavilion had become a place “at the heart of the community”.

He added: “If we can continue building a council that is approachable, active, and rooted in the community, then we are moving in the right direction.

“But challenges remain, and the only way we can continue making progress is to work together.”

Cllr Morgan also paid tribute to former town clerk Andrew Davies, who recently retired after nearly 24 years’ service, and to former councillor Trevor Hallett, who died in March aged 86.

He announced the creation of the Trevor Hallett Award, an annual honour to recognise people who show outstanding dedication to Tenby.

Cllr Morgan said: “It’s a small gesture but one that ensures Trevor will always be remembered by the town to which he gave outstanding service.”

This year, Cllr Morgan will also take on a personal challenge as he prepares to compete in Ironman Wales for the second time.

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