TENBY: Five arrested as police, council and rail bosses launch joint crackdown after station stabbing shocked Pembrokeshire

Four teenagers were stabbed at Tenby station on the evening of Tuesday 7 April during a large-scale disturbance involving a group of youths on the platform. A 16-year-old and a 19-year-old man were arrested at the time on suspicion of Section 18 assault — the more serious category of wounding offence. Both have since been released on bail while enquiries continue.

British Transport Police, who have primacy over the investigation, arrested a further three teenagers on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and violent disorder on Thursday 9 April. All three were also released on bail. BTP Superintendent Jonathon Cooze said the investigation was “progressing at pace” and urged anyone who witnessed the incident, or the events leading up to it, to come forward. Witnesses can contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 916 of 7th April.

Dyfed-Powys Police Superintendent Louise Harries, BCU Commander for Pembrokeshire, described the events at Tenby station as “wholly unacceptable” and issued a clear warning to potential offenders ahead of the summer season. “Dyfed-Powys is home to some of the most picturesque and welcoming locations that our country has to offer, which our residents are lucky to have on their doorsteps, as well as attracting thousands of tourists all year round,” she said.

“As such, we do not want our spring and summer months to be in any way defined by anti-social behaviour or violent disorder taking place, which understandably causes fear and concern,” Superintendent Harries added.

Tenby railway station, where four teenagers were stabbed on Tuesday night (Image: Social Media)

Over the coming weeks and months, police say that members of the public can expect to see a visible police presence in hotspot locations around Tenby. Dyfed-Powys Police say officers will work closely with British Transport Police, Pembrokeshire County Council and Transport for Wales to provide reassurance to locals, business owners and tourists. Where necessary, arrests and prosecutions will follow for any criminal behaviour.

Officers will also be equipped with a range of powers under anti-social behaviour legislation. These include requiring individuals to provide their details under Section 50 of the Police Reform Act, as well as Sections 34 and 35 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act — which allows officers to direct people to leave a specific area for up to 48 hours.

Local councillors have already called for more police on the streets, with anger running high in Tenby over what many describe as a pattern of rising youth disorder in the town. Superintendent Harries acknowledged the support of the local community, saying reports received into the control room and conversations officers had while out on foot had been “extremely helpful” in building a picture of how to respond.

“Anyone with concerns should never feel like they cannot contact us for support, no matter how minor they feel the issue is,” she said. “All reports into the force help with building intelligence and an understanding of where we need to allocate our resources. We want your community to be a pleasant environment to spend time in, so please inform us of any concerns.”

Richard Brown, Assistant Chief Executive of Pembrokeshire County Council, said the incident had been “deeply concerning” and that the council’s thoughts were with everyone affected. He acknowledged that incidents of this nature cause “anxiety for residents, businesses, and visitors” and said the council was working closely with police and partners to support the ongoing investigation and address wider issues linked to anti-social behaviour.

Brown called on parents and carers to be particularly aware of where young people are spending time in the evenings. “This is a shared challenge, and effective prevention relies on early reporting, strong partnership working and timely intervention,” he said.

Transport for Wales has announced additional security teams will be deployed at stations and on board rail services across west Wales this weekend and throughout the summer. The extra presence will focus in particular on late night services and key locations across the network, supported by CCTV at stations and body-worn cameras worn by train crew.

Security Manager Simon Turton said incidents of serious anti-social behaviour were “thankfully uncommon” but that the railway was committed to ensuring customers and colleagues felt safe. “We’ll have additional security at stations and on-board services, with a particular focus on late night services and key locations across our network,” he said.

Tenby is one of Pembrokeshire’s most popular tourist destinations, drawing tens of thousands of visitors during the Easter and summer seasons. The incident — which took place during the Easter holiday period, when the town is at its busiest — prompted widespread shock and anger across the county, with residents and business owners raising serious concerns about its impact on the town’s reputation ahead of the peak summer trade.

The disorder at Tenby station is part of a wider picture of concern about youth anti-social behaviour in Pembrokeshire’s coastal towns as warmer months approach and visitor numbers rise. All four of the teenagers injured in the stabbing sustained non-life-threatening wounds and received medical treatment at the scene and beyond.

Anyone with information is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 916 of 7th April. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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TENBY: “Tenby has been let down” — councillors demand more police on streets as stabbing sparks fury over rising youth disorder

Elected councillors in Tenby have issued an angry call for more visible policing in the town after Tuesday night’s railway station stabbing — with one saying the town has “been let down” and another warning that many residents no longer feel safe in their own community.

Four teenagers aged between 13 and 17, all from the Pembroke area, were stabbed at Tenby railway station on Tuesday evening after serious disorder broke out involving a large group of youths. All four have since been discharged from hospital, with British Transport Police confirming their injuries are not considered life-threatening or life-changing.

A 16-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and both remain in police custody as the investigation continues.

Superintendent Jon Cooze of British Transport Police said the force had launched a thorough investigation and was keeping an open mind as to the background of what had happened. He thanked Dyfed-Powys Police colleagues for their quick actions at the scene and urged anyone who witnessed the incident or the events leading up to it to come forward.

“We understand the concern an incident of this nature will have caused in the community,” he said, “and while we believe it to be an isolated incident, passengers will notice an increased presence of officers in the area who are there to provide reassurance.”

He also asked the public not to share or speculate on footage circulating online while detectives concentrate on their investigation.

But the stabbing, serious as it is, has proved to be the breaking point in what councillors say has been a worsening pattern of youth disorder in the town — one they say police have repeatedly failed to address.

Reports on social media suggest trouble had been building throughout the day, with large numbers of youths gathering on North Beach. Earlier the same evening, Pembrokeshire County Council was forced to close the public toilets near the multi-storey car park after a gang of youths vandalised them.

One resident described the situation as having become “intolerable for weeks.” They said groups of up to 15 youths had been regularly causing havoc in the multi-storey car park, playing rugby in the road, climbing on bus shelters and screaming — and that police had been called several times without result. “There’s never an officer available in our area,” they said. “It’s not good enough.”

Another resident said hundreds of teenagers had been arriving in Tenby by train from across the county during recent days, vandalising toilets, stealing from local shops and abusing and attacking passers-by. “Transport for Wales and the police should be monitoring it,” they said. “With social media, AI and other systems, this behaviour should have been prevented before it escalated.”

Cllr Williams, county councillor for Tenby’s North ward, said the violence itself was not new — only the use of knives. He told the Tenby Observer he had emailed Dyfed-Powys Police about related concerns approximately three weeks ago and had not received a response. Officers are due to visit him at his home on Thursday, when he said he would be making “a very strong argument for a far more visible police presence in Tenby.”

“Tenby has been let down, despite an ever increasing precept being imposed upon us,” he said. “We have a right to feel safe in our community, and I know many that no longer do so.”

He noted that a CCTV monitoring system once operated from Tenby Police Station but that the station now appears to be closed. He said he would also be discussing the town’s needs with the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Cllr Sam Skyrme-Blackhall, county councillor for Tenby’s South ward, described the stabbings as a shock but said the wider problem of anti-social behaviour was well known. He pointed to Dyfed-Powys Police’s summer Operation Lion initiative — which brings additional officers into the town during the peak tourist season — and said he now believes it needs to be extended to other busy periods such as school holidays.

“We know that an increased police presence is an important part of keeping communities safe,” he said. “I will work with all parties to keep Tenby safe and encourage the police and PCC to do all that they can to ensure that this is a one-off incident.”

Tenby Town Council, speaking through Mayor Cllr Dai Morgan, said the behaviour seen this week does not reflect the town’s values or those of the overwhelming majority of its young people. The council called for more visible policing “particularly during busy periods, to provide reassurance to the community and to act as a deterrent to further incidents,” and said it would continue to work with police, Pembrokeshire County Council and partner agencies on longer-term solutions.

Henry Tufnell, MP for Mid and South Pembrokeshire, said he was deeply saddened by the events. “My thoughts and prayers are with the friends and families of those involved,” he said. “I know our community will be deeply shocked by these events, but we are all so grateful for the vital services of the emergency first responders on the scene.”

Samuel Kurtz MS, Senedd member for Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire, called for zero tolerance on knife crime. “This kind of violence has no place in our communities and cannot be accepted under any circumstances,” he said. “Those responsible must face the full force of the law. We all deserve to feel safe where we live.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 916 of 07/04/26. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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TENBY: Four teens stabbed at railway station as two arrested and line closed

Dyfed-Powys Police say they were called to the station at approximately 9.50pm on Tuesday 7 April following reports of a large-scale disturbance.

Officers say that during the incident, an individual was found to be in possession of a knife, resulting in four teens sustaining stab wounds. All four injuries are currently assessed as non-life-threatening, and police say those affected are receiving medical treatment.

A 16-year-old and a 19-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault — the more serious category of wounding offence. Both remain in police custody as an investigation continues.

Social media video filmed at the station and widely circulated overnight showed large numbers of young people involved in disorder on the platform. At least one teen could be heard in the footage saying he had been stabbed.

Officers attended the scene promptly and police say the incident has since been brought under control. The scene is described as secure.

An increased police presence has been put in place in the Tenby area to provide reassurance to residents and visitors.

The railway line between Carmarthen and Pembroke Dock has been closed as a result of the incident and is expected to remain shut until approximately 1pm today, Wednesday 8 April. Passengers on that route are being asked to check for service updates before travelling.

The scale of the emergency response was significant, with reports of multiple ambulances and a large number of police vehicles at the scene.

Tenby is a popular tourist destination on the Pembrokeshire coast. The incident — occurring during the Easter holiday period — is likely to cause significant concern among residents and visitors to the area.

In a statement issued shortly after midnight, Dyfed-Powys Police said:

“Dyfed-Powys Police were called to reports of serious disorder involving a group of youths at Tenby train station at approx. 9.50pm this evening.

“During the incident, an individual was in possession of a knife, which resulted in four youths sustaining stab wounds. All injuries are currently assessed as non-life threatening, and those affected are receiving appropriate medical treatment.

“Officers attended the scene promptly, and a 16-year-old youth and a 19-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault. They are in police custody and an investigation is underway.

“The incident has been brought under control and the scene is secure.

“We understand an incident of this nature will cause concern, and there will be an increased police presence in the area to provide reassurance.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact British Transport Police online at orlo.uk/sJk9e, by calling 0800 40 50 40, or to contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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PONTARDDULAIS: Man handed suspended sentence in first conviction in Wales for illegal animal snares

A Pontarddulais man has become the first person in Wales to be convicted for illegally setting animal snares following the introduction of a total ban on their use, a court has heard.

Jarrod Hill, 59, of Pontarddulais, Swansea, was given a 12-week prison sentence suspended for 12 months after pleading guilty at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court to setting snares to trap wild mammals. Hill had claimed foxes were killing his ducks at White Springs Fishery in Carmarthenshire.

The snares were discovered on Friday 10 October 2025 by officers from Dyfed-Powys Police‘s Rural Crime Team and Natural Resources Wales staff who were carrying out routine fishery compliance checks at the site.

Hill had previously been warned about the use of snares in 2022 — at a time when their use was still permitted in certain circumstances. Despite the law changing in October 2023 to introduce a total ban, he continued to set them.

The use of snares was outlawed in Wales under the Agriculture (Wales) Act 2023, which came into force on 17 October 2023, making Wales the first part of the UK to introduce a complete ban on both snares and glue traps.

Sergeant Paul Roberts of the Dyfed-Powys Police Rural Crime Team said the case marked an important milestone. “Working closely with our partner agency, Natural Resources Wales, we welcome this outcome. Snares are a significant threat to wildlife, causing severe injuries and deaths,” he said.

“I’m proud to have secured the first conviction of its kind in Wales. This case underscores our shared commitment to protecting wildlife and ensuring that those who breach these laws are held accountable.”

Snares are wire traps designed to capture animals by tightening around the body, often causing prolonged suffering. They can trap animals indiscriminately, with studies showing a significant proportion of non-target species — including domestic pets — are caught.

The conviction sends a clear message that Wales’s landmark ban on snares will be enforced.

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LLANELLI: Police crack down on North Dock anti-social behaviour hotspot as spring season begins

Police are stepping up patrols at Llanelli’s North Dock waterfront this spring after the area established itself as an annual anti-social behaviour hotspot — with officers warning they will take “robust action” against those who spoil it for others.

Dyfed-Powys Police say reports of problems at North Dock increase every year as the weather improves and more people are drawn to the popular waterfront location. Complaints received by the force include reckless and dangerous driving, items being thrown at other vehicles, excessively loud music and persistent horn beeping.

The force’s local neighbourhood policing and prevention teams will carry out additional patrols throughout the spring and summer, working alongside Carmarthenshire County Council and local businesses to address the problem.

The scale of last year’s operation gives a sense of what officers are prepared to deploy. During a proactive crackdown in March 2025, the force issued 18 vehicle prohibitions, 18 traffic offence reports, seized two vehicles, issued Section 59 warning notices for anti-social driving, made two arrests for drug driving and handed out two out-of-court disposals for drug offences — all in a single operation.

Inspector Thomas Coppock, of Carmarthenshire Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention, said the force wanted people to enjoy the area but would not tolerate behaviour that ruined it for others.

Inspector Thomas Coppock from Dyfed-Powys Police said:

“Each year as the weather improves, people will naturally want to get outside and enjoy the sun by going to areas like North Dock in Llanelli. First and foremost, we want all members of our community to enjoy spending time outside together in one of the many beautiful locations across our police force.

“However, sadly North Dock has become a hotspot for anti-social behaviour, including reckless driving, at this time of year. Unfortunately the acts of a small minority can affect the enjoyment of the majority when this behaviour occurs.

“We will be present to hear any of your concerns, as well as proactively looking to engage with the local community with officers on patrol. We aim to provide a reassuring presence for people to feel safe, while also proactively disrupting crime and acting as a deterrent.

“If necessary, we will be ready to take robust action by using the powers available to us as police, and working closely with partner agencies.”

Officers are encouraging anyone who experiences or witnesses anti-social behaviour at North Dock to report it directly to Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

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Haverfordwest alert: Police probe report of attempted child abduction near Primary School

Dyfed Powys Police say the incident happened at around 3.55pm on Tuesday, March 24, on Scarrowscant Lane near Furzy Park in Haverfordwest.

A 12-year-old girl was walking alone close to Waldo Williams CP School, when she was approached by two men in a car.

Officers say the passenger got out of the vehicle, spoke to the child and then placed his hands on her arm.

He then let go and returned to the car, which drove off towards Furzy Park.

Thankfully, the girl was not injured and was able to get home safely, where she told her parents what had happened.

Police say they were quickly alerted and enquiries have been ongoing since.

Dyfed Powys Police have released a statement following the incident urging the public to get in touch if they have more information.

“We are appealing for witnesses to a reported incident of attempted abduction in Haverfordwest.

“At approx. 3.55pm on Tuesday March 24, a 12-year-old child, who was walking along Scarrowscant Lane, near to Furzy Park, was approached by two males in a vehicle.

“The passenger of the car is reported to have exited the vehicle and spoken to the child and then placed his hands on her arm. He then let go and returned to the vehicle, which was driven off in the direction of Furzy Park.

“The child did not sustain any injuries, and returned home and informed their parents, who alerted police.

“The driver did not exit the car at any point. The vehicle involved is described to be similar to an Audi A4, in a shiny blue colour.”

Police say the man who got out of the car is described as white, around 5ft 11in tall, with short dark brown hair and a brown beard, and believed to be in his 40s.

He was dressed in a black t-shirt, black jogging bottoms and white trainers.

There is currently no description available of the driver.

The police spokesperson added:

“Local officers have been carrying out a number of enquiries since this matter was reported and are now appealing for anyone who may have information that could assist our investigation.

“Anyone with information about the incident, or who might have dashcam footage of the vehicle, is asked to get in touch.”

Police say enquiries are ongoing as they work to identify those involved and establish exactly what happened.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

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LLANPUMSAINT: Delivery driver who killed dad and fled scene jailed

Daniel Douglas Wyke, 28, was sentenced at Swansea Crown Court to four-and-a-half years in prison after admitting causing death by dangerous driving.

The court heard how Wyke struck Aaron Jones, 38, as he walked his dog through the village on the evening of December 23, 2024.

Wyke was travelling at 34mph — 14mph over the speed limit — when he hit Mr Jones.

Instead of stopping, he fled the scene in his damaged vehicle.

Mr Jones, a father of two, died as a result of his injuries.

The case follows earlier proceedings where the driver admitted responsibility, after initially being charged more than a year after the fatal collision in Llanpumsaint.

In court, the judge condemned Wyke’s actions in stark terms.

He said the driver had been “more intent on saving his own skin” than helping the man he had struck.

Describing the aftermath, the judge added: “Those close to Mr Jones were frantically searching for him. The anguish they were feeling at the time was simply unimaginable.”

Paying tribute, Mr Jones’ family described him as “a remarkable, strong, caring and brilliant man who always led by the best example”.

They thanked police for their work in securing justice, and praised the support they had received from loved ones and charities as they try to rebuild their lives.

The judge told Wyke his actions had devastating consequences.

“Your dangerous driving cost the life of a well-loved father of two children, an adored husband and son, and a man who was a good friend to so many,” he said.

As well as his prison sentence, Wyke has been banned from driving for eight years and two months.

Sergeant Nicholas Brookes, from Dyfed-Powys Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said the death had left a lasting impact.

“This was a tragic incident that has left a family grieving a dad, husband and son, whose absence is felt as strongly now as 15 months ago,” he said.

He added that the crash — and its consequences — were “entirely avoidable”.

Police said their investigation had been “lengthy and detailed”, with the victim’s family at the heart of their work throughout.

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SWANSEA ABUSE HORROR: Man jailed after decade of child sexual offences

Nicholas Alexander Llewellyn Adams, 54, from Rhondda Street, was convicted of 10 non-recent child sex offences following a trial at Cardiff Crown Court.

The court heard the abuse began when the child was under the age of 10 and continued over a number of years.

What started as physical assaults escalated into repeated sexual abuse, leaving the victim with both physical injuries and deep psychological damage.

The survivor was threatened into silence — and when they did try to speak out, they were not believed.

That failure meant the abuse continued unchecked.

As an adult, the victim has been left dealing with the lasting impact of what happened, including serious mental health struggles.

The court heard they turned to harmful coping mechanisms and at one stage even contemplated taking their own life as the trauma followed them into adulthood.

In a powerful victim impact statement, they said:
“I will never know how different my life could have been if I hadn’t been subjected to the horrific abuse I had to deal with as a child.”

They added that they had lived for years in fear after being warned not to tell anyone, and described attending court as the final step in closing “this horrendous chapter”.

Adams denied the offences but was found guilty by a jury.

Jurors heard that while some of the offences dated back to when he was younger, the impact on the victim has been lifelong.

Sentencing, Judge Hywel James said the abuse had a “severe impact” on the survivor, who had been pressured into silence and left to cope alone.

Adams was jailed for nine years and six months.

He was also made subject to a 10-year restraining order preventing contact with the victim and must comply with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

Detective Constable Christine Beaton said the survivor had shown “immense courage” in coming forward after so many years.

She added: “Crimes of this nature are truly horrible, and I hope this result can help the survivor move forward.”

Police are urging anyone affected by sexual abuse to seek support and report offences when they feel able.

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Watchdog called in after armed police fire gun ‘not aimed at any individual’ in Milford Haven

Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed a single shot was fired on Saturday evening (March 28) following a call about disorder in the Bunkers Hill area of Milford Haven.

Officers were called to the scene at around 5.45pm after concerns were raised about an individual allegedly in possession of a knife.

Firearms officers were among those deployed as police moved to contain the situation.

A police spokesperson said that during the incident, at approximately 6.32pm, an officer discharged a single shot.

Dyfed Powys Police have stressed that the firearm was not aimed at any individual, and no injuries were reported.

The force say that a police presence remained in the area into the following day as enquiries continued.

The incident has now been referred to the watchdog, the Independent Office for Police Conduct, which will decide whether to launch an independent investigation.

Deputy Chief Constable Gary Phillips said an investigation is already underway.

He said:

“We have initiated a prompt investigation into the circumstances that led to the firearms being discharged, and have referred the incident to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.

“We will work with them as we continue to establish the circumstances leading up to the discharge.”

Police have not released further details about the individual involved in the reported disorder.

It is also not yet clear what led to the decision to discharge the weapon, although officers had been responding to reports involving a knife.

Incidents involving the discharge of police firearms are rare in Wales and are subject to strict oversight.

The watchdog will now assess the circumstances and determine the next steps in the investigation.

Dyfed Powys Police say that residents in the area may continue to see an increased police presence while enquiries are ongoing.

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Predator jailed for 21 years after ‘abhorrent’ attacks on woman and children

Talha Ahmadzai, 33, who had been living in Haverfordwest after arriving in the UK from Afghanistan, was sentenced at Swansea Crown Court on Monday (March 16) after admitting a string of serious crimes committed in February last year.

The offences involved three victims — a woman, a young girl and a boy.

Ahmadzai pleaded guilty to multiple charges including three counts of rape, rape of a child under 13, attempted rape of a child under 13, causing a child to watch a sexual act, assault by beating and cruelty to a person under 16.

He was handed an extended sentence totalling 21 years and seven months, including 19 years and seven months in custody followed by a further two years on licence.

The court heard he must serve at least two-thirds of his prison term before he can be considered for release by the Parole Board.

An indefinite restraining order was also imposed, banning him from ever contacting his victims again.

‘Catalogue of abhorrent offending’

Sentencing, Judge Huw Rees described Ahmadzai’s crimes as a “catalogue of abhorrent offending of the utmost seriousness”.

Prosecutors told the court the attacks came to light after the adult victim reported what had happened, prompting a police investigation.

During interviews, Ahmadzai initially denied the allegations and claimed the sex had been consensual.

But the court heard he later made deeply troubling remarks to officers, reportedly stating that “women won’t have sex without force”.

He also questioned the authority of UK courts, suggesting the acts he had committed “were not offences” in his home country.

‘Sexually preoccupied’ and high risk

The court heard Ahmadzai had been “sexually preoccupied for a long time” and held “entrenched views”, with a pre-sentence report concluding he poses a high risk to the public.

Evidence presented suggested he had previously suffered serious mental health issues and had been hospitalised before the offences, with his defence saying his behaviour followed a psychotic episode.

Defence barrister David Singh told the court his client had no previous convictions and had since received treatment.

However, Judge Rees said there was effectively no mitigation for the seriousness of the crimes.

Police praise victims’ bravery

Detective Inspector Sarah Totterdale, of Dyfed-Powys Police, said the sentence reflected the severity of Ahmadzai’s actions.

She said: “Ahmadzai is clearly an incredibly dangerous and cruel individual, and the sentence he has received reflects this.

“I would like to commend the bravery and dignity shown by his victims, who courageously gave their evidence of their horrendous ordeals.

“To do so and relive their experience must have been incredibly traumatic.”

She added that thanks to the victims’ evidence and the work of detectives, Ahmadzai is now “no longer a danger to the public”.

Deportation to be considered

The court heard Ahmadzai may face deportation once he has served his sentence.

Judge Rees said the case would be referred to the Home Office to consider his removal from the UK.

Dyfed-Powys Police said support is available for anyone affected by sexual violence and urged victims to come forward and report offences.

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