Crime

Large-scale police operation in Pembroke Dock as rumours of brothel abound

Published

2 years ago

August 6, 2024

POLICE and Home Office officials conducted a large-scale operation in Pembroke Dock earlier today, targeting several residential properties. Raids were carried out on properties in Gordon Street, Water Street, and Queen Street, beginning at around 8.30am. Officers, prepared for resistance, broke down doors in an effort to catch the occupants by surprise.

Residents of Pembroke Dock noticed an increased police presence, with the police station car park filled with more vehicles than usual. Authorities made efforts to engage with neighbours to offer reassurance.

When contacted, Dyfed-Powys Police issued a statement confirming the operation but refrained from providing specific details.

The statement read: “Dyfed-Powys Police and the Immigration Service executed search warrants in the Gordon Street, Water Street, and Queen Street areas of Pembroke Dock. The warrants were executed this morning, Tuesday, 6th August 2024. No arrests were made. The Neighbourhood Policing Team visited the area providing reassurance to members of the local community.”

A local shopkeeper, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that she recognised one of the raided properties. “I noticed that one of the houses had a lot of gentlemen callers – it was something I couldn’t not notice,” she said. Speaking at 11 am on Tuesday, she remarked, “The police have obviously taken whatever is going on there seriously, as they have gone in first thing this morning very heavy-handed, no messing about. There are detectives in plain clothes still outside the address talking to the neighbours.”

Another resident, living 100 yards from one of the raided properties, reported hearing rumours of a brothel operating in at least one of the locations. “I have been told that there was a brothel in at least one of the properties, but that is from a neighbour who I trust. There are a lot of rumours going around Pembroke Dock at the moment; we will have to wait until it is confirmed or comes out in court. I saw loads of police and a Border Force van this morning. Crazy this is all happening under our noses, isn’t it?”

Former County Councillor for the Pembroke Dock area, now lorry driver, Paul Dowson, commented on the situation, revealing that he had previously been made aware of a brothel in the town. “I had even been sent photos of the women working there by a friend. I am glad that the police are doing something about this,” he said.

This is an updating story. More as we get it.

Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald

Crime

Milford Haven disturbance sees two women arrested

Published

44 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.