News

Disorderly conduct at nightclub results in court fine

Published

3 years ago

September 14, 2023

A 24-YEAR-OLD Monkton resident, Callum Probert, found himself in legal proceedings following an incident of aggression and abusive behavior directed towards a nightclub security doorman and police officers at Pembroke’s ‘Out’ nightclub. This incident occurred on the night of August 27, leading to Probert’s appearance before the magistrates.

Probert’s unwelcome presence within the nightclub led to a confrontation with the doorman, who encountered difficulties in removing him from the premises around 2:15 am. The Crown Prosecutor, Sian Vaughan, presented a detailed account of the incident during the recent court session in Haverfordwest. She emphasized that Probert had physically assaulted the doorman by headbutting him in the face. Remarkably, the doorman chose not to pursue charges against Probert.

Following this altercation, local law enforcement was summoned to the scene. Upon arrival, it was evident that Probert was intoxicated. Consequently, he was placed under arrest. However, the situation took a more menacing turn when Probert, inebriated, verbally threatened one of the officers, stating, “I’ll f kill you,” and physically lashing out with his leg.

Probert, a resident of Monkton’s Angle Road, subsequently pleaded guilty to the charge of being drunk and disorderly in a public place. His legal representation in court was provided by Mr. David Wheale.

During the court proceedings, Mr. Wheale shed light on Probert’s state that night, attributing his behavior to a belief that his drink had been tampered with. He stressed that such actions were entirely out of character for his client.

Furthermore, Mr. Wheale pointed out that Probert had previously received a 12-month suspended prison sentence in April 2023 for possessing a bladed article in a public place. Nevertheless, he argued against activating this suspended sentence, asserting that the seriousness of the present offense did not warrant custodial punishment.

Mr. Wheale emphasized Probert’s young age, 23, and the need to address the underlying issues contributing to his behavior, underscoring the serious problems he faced.

Taking these mitigating factors into consideration, the magistrates imposed a £40 fine for Probert’s drunken and disorderly conduct. Additionally, he was ordered to pay £180 for breaching his suspended prison sentence, along with £85 in court costs and a £16 surcharge.

Crime

Four deny murder of Caerphilly teenager

Published

2 hours ago

March 21, 2026

Tom Sinclair

FOUR people have pleaded not guilty to the murder of a 17-year-old boy.

Ricardo Elliot, aged 27, Connor Palfrey, aged 24, Elexi Manny, aged 24, and Georgie Mears, aged 18, appeared before Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court on Friday (March 20), where each denied killing Tristan Shae Kerr.

Emergency services were called to a property in Abertridwr, Caerphilly, at around 5:45pm on Wednesday (Feb 5) following reports that a teenage boy had suffered serious injuries. Despite efforts, Tristan was pronounced dead at the scene.

The court heard that the teenager is alleged to have been attacked with a so-called “zombie knife” measuring approximately nine to ten inches in length.

During the hearing, the four defendants spoke only to confirm their personal details and enter their pleas.

A trial is due to begin on August 3 and is expected to last around six weeks. A further pre-trial review has been scheduled for July 24.

All four defendants were remanded in custody.

Paying tribute after his death, Tristan’s family described him as a “deeply loved son, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend.”

They said he was quick-witted, with a love for motorbikes and adventure, adding that he had a natural energy that lit up every room and drew people towards him.

Crime

Broad Haven man remanded in custody over sexual harm prevention order breach

Published

21 hours ago

March 20, 2026

Court Reporter

Defendant admitted using Xbox without informing police as required under court order

ANTHONY COOMBES, aged 26, of Sand Banks, Broad Haven, appeared before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (Mar 20) charged with breaching a sexual harm prevention order.

The court heard that between February 26 and March 19, 2026, at Haverfordwest, Coombes repeatedly breached the order by using an Xbox device without informing police within three days, as required.

The offences relate to a sexual harm prevention order imposed at Swansea Crown Court on October 20, 2021.

Coombes indicated guilty pleas to the offences at the first hearing.

Magistrates committed the case to Swansea Crown Court for sentence.

He was remanded in custody ahead of the next hearing, which is due to take place at 9:00am on Friday, April 3, at Swansea Crown Court.

The court refused bail on the grounds that he was likely to offend, citing the nature and seriousness of the offences and his previous record and character.

A pre-sentence report was ordered.