Crime

Woman charged with murder of six-year-old boy in Swansea

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3 months ago

September 1, 2024

A WOMAN has been charged with the murder of a six-year-old boy, identified as Alexander Zurawski, in Swansea. The young boy, described by his family and teachers as “very kind,” tragically lost his life in an incident that has left the local community deeply shocked and devastated.

Alexander Zurawski was found dead at a residence on Cwm Du Close in the Gendros area of Swansea on Thursday, August 29. Emergency services were called to the scene, where the young boy was discovered.

Karolina Zurawska, 41, also of Gendros, has been charged with Alexander’s murder. In addition to this charge, she faces an attempted murder charge concerning a 67-year-old man, related to an incident that is alleged to have occurred earlier on the same day.

Ms. Zurawska is scheduled to appear at Swansea Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Monday). According to the police, no other suspects are being sought in connection with the incident.

In a poignant tribute, Alexander’s family described him as a “very kind child” who loved playing with his little sister and their dog, Daisy. “Alexander was always well behaved and never naughty. He was very clever and mature for his age, with a great understanding of facts. He was always helpful, eager to assist with cooking and cleaning, and often corrected his parents’ English if they got words wrong. He was amazing,” the statement read.

Bethan Peterson, headteacher at Whitestone Primary School, where Alexander was a pupil, expressed the school’s deep sorrow at his passing. “We’re devastated to learn of the tragic death of Alexander. He was a delightful, determined little boy whose tenacity and positive demeanour ensured his success in all he undertook. He was extremely loved and popular among his peers, staff, and all who knew him. He will be sadly missed. Appropriate support will be made available to children, staff, and everyone within our school community who is affected. We ask that our school community’s privacy be respected during this difficult time,” Ms. Peterson stated.

Chief Superintendent Chris Truscott, divisional commander for Swansea and Neath Port Talbot, acknowledged the profound impact of the incident on the local community. “This is a distressing incident which has been a tremendous shock to the local community. The local community has been outstanding in their support of our investigation, and we would like to thank all of them for their patience during what has been a traumatic few days. A police presence will be retained in the local area over the coming days to provide advice and reassurance. Our thoughts are with Alexander’s family and friends at this difficult time,” he said.

The investigation continues as the community mourns the loss of a young life.

Crime

Court hears man exposed his flaccid manhood ‘by accident’

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3 days ago

November 19, 2024

Court Reporter

A 21-YEAR-OLD Pembrokeshire man has appeared before magistrates charged with intentionally exposing his genitals in a public place.

Thomas Jones is accused of carrying out the act at a property in New Moat, Clarbeston Road, on November 9, 2022.

“The defendant knocked on the door of a female and offered his gardening services,” Crown prosecutor Nia James told Haverfordwest magistrates this week.

“She accepted his offer and moved her car so that he could move his van, but when she turned around, she could see his flaccid penis was outside his trousers. When she pointed this out to him, he said he didn’t know that it was exposed.”

Jones denies the charge. He was released on unconditional bail to await his trial at Haverfordwest magistrates court on January 6.

Crime

Regular cocaine user from Milford Haven taken off the road

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3 days ago

November 19, 2024

Sarah Jane Absalom

A MILFORD HAVEN resident who admits to being a regular cocaine user has lost his driving licence after being found behind the wheel when he was 15 times over the legal Benzoylecgonine limit.

Teifion Morse, 41, was stopped by officers just before midnight on May 1 following reports that he was driving his Vauxhall Insignia along the A477 at excessive speeds.

“The vehicle was travelling westwards towards Kilgetty, and Teifion Morse was the driver and the sole occupant, “ Crown Prosecutor Nia James told Haverfordwest magistrates this week.

A roadside drugs wipe proved positive while further blood tests carried out at the police custody suite showed that Morse had 800 mcg of benzoylecgonine in his system (the legal limit is 50), and 20 mcg of cocaine. The legal limit is 10.

Ms James said that when Morse was spoken to by officers, he told them that he knew the readings would be positive. “I’ve done stupid amounts today,” he said.

Morse, of Hawthorn Path, Milford Haven, pleaded guilty to two charges of drug driving. A probation report stated that since leaving the military five and a half years ago, Morse has suffered from mental health issues.

He’s been using cocaine as a coping mechanism,” said the probation officer. “He freely admits that he uses cocaine to help him cope, but it’s spiralled and is getting more and more out of control. He would like support to kick this habit.”

Morse chose to be legally unrepresented when he appeared before magistrates.

“It was my stupid fault and I’m trying to take the correct steps to get on the right path,” he said in mitigation.

Morse was sentenced to an 18-month community order during which he must carry out 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 150 hours of unpaid work. He was disqualified from driving for 15 months and must pay a £140 court surcharge and £85 costs.

Crime

Motorist manned from driving after being caught over limit

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3 days ago

November 19, 2024

Court Reporter

A PEMBROKE DOCK motorist has been ordered off the roads after driving through Pembroke town centre when he was over the drink-drive limit.

Just before 1am on October 31, police officers stopped a Vauxhall Zafira that was being driven along South Road by Cameron Sell, 23, who was exceeding the speed limit.

“He was acting erratically when he was speaking to the officer,” Crown Prosecutor Nia James told Haverofrdwest magistrates this week.

A roadside breath test proved positive and subsequent breath tests carried out at the police station showed Sell had 42 mcg of alcohol in his system. The legal limit is 35.

After considering the facts, magistrates fined Sell £300 and ordered him to pay a £120 court surcharge and £85 costs. He was disqualified from driving for 12 months.