Crime

Haverfordwest woman stabs boyfriend over milk

Published

4 months ago

May 31, 2024

A WOMAN from Haverfordwest flew into a rage and stabbed her boyfriend twice after discovering they had run out of milk, a court heard.

Melissa Eynon, 32, of Hill Street, Haverfordwest, attacked her then-partner on 3 February with a four-inch blade kitchen knife.

Hannah George, prosecuting, told Swansea Crown Court that Eynon had been in a relationship with her partner for approximately six months. “Both recognise the relationship was difficult and volatile at times,” she said.

The couple awoke in the afternoon on 3 February. Eynon’s partner went downstairs to prepare himself some cereal and make her a cup of tea. When she joined him, she saw there was no milk.

Ms George explained that Eynon picked up a kitchen knife and advanced towards her partner, who raised his hands to protect his face. She first stabbed him in the hand and then in the right forearm, with the knife becoming lodged in his arm. “After she stabbed him, she smirked,” Ms George added.

Her partner pulled the knife out, bleeding heavily, but did not seek medical help as he was concerned about what would happen to Eynon’s daughter if he reported the incident. He left to visit a shop, where his wound was cleaned and bandaged, before heading to Morrisons to buy more milk. Upon his return, he attempted to calm Eynon down, but was unsuccessful.

On 6 February, he reported the incident to the police. When officers arrived at Eynon’s address, there was “a strong smell of bleach” emanating from the kitchen, and the floor was noticeably cleaner than the rest of the house. The knife had been washed and was on the drying rack. Officers also observed spots of blood in the kitchen and discovered a pair of bloodstained pyjamas.

During her police interview, Eynon admitted to holding the knife but denied stabbing her partner, claiming instead that she was cutting bagels. Eynon told police, “I would’ve stabbed him a long time ago if I was going to stab him,” alleging that he “took the p***” out of her, lived rent-free with her, and had been unfaithful.

The defendant, who has four previous convictions for five offences, pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding.

James Hartson, in mitigation, described the couple’s relationship as “not just volatile but completely toxic”. He characterised the incident as “impulsive and short-lived”. “She has expressed remorse, despite the nature of their relationship,” he told the court.

Recorder Greg Bull KC acknowledged the couple’s tumultuous history. “I accept you had a torrid history with a former partner, and things came to a head on that occasion when he had used your milk,” he said. “However, if we all took knives to our partners for drinking too much milk, the world would be in a sorry state.”

Recorder Bull sentenced Eynon to 13 months and two weeks, suspended for 18 months. She must also complete 150 hours of unpaid work and 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days.

Crime

Man charged with possession of offensive weapon and assault

Published

17 hours ago

September 27, 2024

Tom Sinclair

A MAN has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon in a private place and common assault following an incident in the Pembrokeshire village of St Dogmaels.

David Rees, 62, is set to appear in court on 9th October in relation to the incident, which took place on 16th September and left one person with minor injuries.

Locals reported that armed police, dog units, and a police helicopter descended on the scene, creating a significant emergency response in the normally quiet village.

In a police update that evening, it was confirmed that the ‘unusual police presence’ was due to an ‘isolated incident’ which had been ‘safely resolved’. Two police patrol cars remained in the village late into the evening to reassure residents and members of the public.

An update issued by Dyfed-Powys Police on Wednesday, 25th September, confirmed they had responded to reports of an assault resulting in injury to the victim. Following their response, officers arrested and charged a man with possession of an offensive weapon in a private place and common assault in connection with the incident.

Crime

Pembrokeshire due face trial after denying assault charges

Published

23 hours ago

September 27, 2024

Court Reporter

PEMBROKESHIRE residents Christopher Lewis, 42, and Jenna Allen, 37, appeared in Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Sept 27) for a plea and trial preparation hearing. The duo, both of Kensington Road, Neyland, have been charged following an incident that allegedly took place on June 25, 2023.

The pair, who were arrested following the alleged assault, have pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against them. Lewis is accused of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, contrary to Section 47 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861.

The prosecution claims that on the date in question, he assaulted Christopher Allen, causing actual bodily harm.

Meanwhile, Jenna Allen faces a charge of inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent, contrary to Section 20 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861.

It is alleged that she unlawfully inflicted grievous bodily harm upon Joanna Allen during the same incident.

The case was previously heard at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court in August.

During that hearing, both defendants entered not guilty pleas and were subsequently sent to Swansea Crown Court for trial under Section 51(1) & (2)(b) of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.

Both Lewis and Allen were granted unconditional bail and required to attend the Crown Court hearing scheduled for today.

The hearing at Swansea Crown Court lasted approximately 30 minutes. The session, classified as a plea and trial preparation hearing, was an important procedural step in finalising the arrangements for the upcoming trial.

The trial date has been confirmed for Tuesday, 18th March 2024. The court will then hear evidence, including witness statements and medical reports related to the incident. Both defendants are required to attend the trial, where the presented evidence will allow the court to deliberate on the charges against them.

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) Wales (South West) is handling the case, with Abigail Jackson representing the prosecution. The defence for both defendants is led by Fenn Richards.

As of now, no victim personal statements have been provided, and no pre-sentence report (PSR) has been ordered, pending the outcome of the trial.

Crime

Mother accused of murdering seven-year-old son appears in court

Published

1 day ago

September 27, 2024

Court Reporter

A THAI woman accused of murdering her seven-year-old son has appeared at Swansea Crown Court, where the case was described as “extremely complicated” by her defence team.

Papaipit Linse, 42, is charged with the murder of her son, Louis Linse, who was found dead at a house in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, on January 10. The defendant, who remains in custody, appeared in court on Monday but was not asked to enter a plea.

John Hipkin KC, representing Linse, requested that she not be arraigned due to the case’s psychiatric complexities, highlighting the need for additional time to complete necessary reports. In response, Judge Paul Thomas KC adjourned the case to a further hearing on October 25. No trial date has been set at this stage.

The prosecution is led by Caroline Rees KC, while the defence is handled by John Hipkin KC. During the brief court appearance, no new details of the case were revealed.

Police were called to an address in Upper Market Street in Haverfordwest shortly before 10.45 am on January 10. Despite the efforts of emergency services at the scene, the child was later confirmed dead. Louis was transported to Withybush General Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 12 pm.

In January, during a hearing at Pembrokeshire Coroner’s Court, coroner’s officer PC Carrie Sheridan stated: “At 10.44 am on Wednesday, January 10, police received an emergency phone call reporting the suspected death of a child. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services at the scene and medical staff at the hospital, he was pronounced deceased at 12 pm on Wednesday, January 10.”

The tragic incident has left the Haverfordwest community in shock. Further details are expected to emerge as the case progresses in the coming months.