Crime

Milford Haven man acquitted in Crown Court cannabis possession case

Published

2 years ago

February 7, 2024

JOSHUA DAVIES, a 29-year-old resident of St Peters Road, has been acquitted of cannabis possession charges after purchasing CBD products.

The case, which had been scheduled for trial on May 1, concluded on Monday (Feb 5) at Swansea Crown Court.

Davies was initially charged with possessing “approximately 30 grams” of cannabis on September 28, 2022, an accusation vehemently denied by the defendant.

The court learned that Davies had procured two sets of CBD products from a reputable Bournemouth-based company.

Prosecutor Sian Cutter detailed the contents of the order, stating that it comprised 200 grams of ‘gummies,’ confirmed to be CBD, and approximately 30 grams of tea containing “low levels of THC.” Hannah George, the defense counsel, emphasised that the purchase was made from a “legitimate business.”

During a prior court appearance, Judge Geraint Walters had raised concerns and urged the Crown Prosecution Service to assess whether the case warranted a trial.

“He was trying to get a lawful product,” Judge Walters remarked. “If there’s a company offering cannabis in the UK, why isn’t it in the dock? If you’re going to be prosecuting people for possessing this product, why aren’t we prosecuting those dealing in it?”

Despite the prosecution’s persistence leading up to the trial, Davies’ defense highlighted the legitimacy of the purchase and questioned the selective prosecution of individuals over businesses.

On February 5, Davies returned to Swansea Crown Court, where the prosecution surprised the courtroom by offering no evidence. Subsequently, a formal not guilty verdict was entered.

Crime

Milford Haven disturbance sees two women arrested

Published

50 minutes ago

May 10, 2026

Tom Sinclair

TWO WOMEN were arrested following a disturbance at the Mount Estate in Milford Haven on Saturday night (May 9).

The Herald understands the arrests followed an altercation involving four people.

Video circulating on social media shows two women lying face down on the ground outside while handcuffed and restrained by police officers.

In the footage, officers can be heard telling one woman that she is being arrested on suspicion of assaulting police.

Both women were then taken away, each flanked by officers.

Other women can be seen speaking to those detained while they remain on the ground.

The Herald has contacted Dyfed-Powys Police for further details, including confirmation of the number of arrests, the nature of the incident, and whether anyone was injured.

Crime

Police standoff ends after four-hour incident in Pembroke Dock

Published

22 hours ago

May 9, 2026

Tom Sinclair

ELIZABETH COURT SCENE STOOD DOWN AFTER DOMESTIC INCIDENT

A FOUR-HOUR police standoff in Pembroke Dock has ended with a 21-year-old man arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm.

Dyfed-Powys Police said the incident at Elizabeth Court has now been stood down and the scene released.

The man has been taken to hospital to receive medical attention.

Chief Inspector Dominic Jones said: “I want to thank local residents for their patience while we dealt with this incident. I understand that such a large police presence in a residential street is concerning to see, and I’m grateful to everyone who co-operated with our officers at the scene.

“I’d like to offer my reassurance that our units responded to an isolated domestic incident, and there was no further threat posed to the wider community. The scene has now been released, and we will investigate the full circumstances of this morning’s incident.”

Officers were called to the address this morning (Saturday, May 9), with a large police presence remaining in the area for several hours.

Eyewitnesses told The Herald that police were asking a man upstairs to come down, with tasers drawn during the incident.

Police dogs, specialist officers and what appeared to be a negotiator were also seen at the scene.

The incident lasted from around 11:00am until about 3:10pm.

Crime

Teen denies attempted murder of Milford Haven teacher

Published

1 day ago

May 9, 2026

Tom Sinclair

TEENAGER REMANDED AHEAD OF JULY TRIAL

A 15-YEAR-old boy has denied attempting to murder a teacher during a stabbing incident at Milford Haven School.

The teenager, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (May 8).

He pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, causing grievous bodily harm with intent, and unlawful wounding with a knife.

The charges relate to an incident at Milford Haven School on Thursday, February 5, when emergency services were called after reports that a teacher had been assaulted by a pupil carrying a weapon.

The school was placed into lockdown and pupils were later safely evacuated.

The injured teacher was taken to hospital with stab wounds, but was discharged later the same day.

Police said at the time that specialist officers were supporting the victim and the wider school community.

The teenager was remanded in custody following Friday’s hearing.

A trial is due to begin on July 6.