Police arrest man following Kilgetty serious assault

Dyfed-Powys Police have arrested a 22 year-old male in connection with the serious assault in Kilgetty, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday 22 January.

The 28-year-old male victim, who was severely beaten, was attacked in the Ryelands Lane area of Kilgetty, and in the vicinity of Kilgetty Railway Station, between 2am and 7am. During the assault the victim was also thrown onto to a railway line.

Following the arrest police have highlighted that it is vitally important that they hear from witnesses who may have significant information.

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Detective Chief Inspector Shane Williams said: “This was a particularly vicious assault and the victim is recovering with support from Police and other agencies. I am appealing for anyone who was in Kilgetty, specifically in the vicinity of the Chip Shop and Ryelands Lane at the time, to contact police. I’m also urging anyone who may have witnessed the assault, or heard about the incident from family or friends to contact Dyfed-Powys Police immediately on 101.”   

Dyfed-Powys Police would like to reassure the public that incidents of this nature are rare in Pembrokeshire and an incident room has been set-up at Haverfordwest Police Station.

If you would like to provide information anonymously you can contact Independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

You can contact Dyfed-Powys Police on: 101