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South Wales Argus
20-07-2025
- South Wales Argus
Four Newport and Abergavenny residents appear in court
The four defendants were accused of offences including assaulting police officers, possession of a knife, speeding, and refusing to identify a driver for police. Their cases were heard at Newport Magistrates' Court. Here's a round-up of the cases. Matthew Jenkins, 47, of Fairoak Avenue in Newport, admitted having a knife in Newport. Jenkins was accused of having a three-inch blade in the city on October 16 last year. He denied the charge, but was found guilty on June 11. Jenkins was sentenced to six months, suspended for 12 months, at Newport Magistrates' Court on July 9. He must complete 150 hours of unpaid work and 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days. The defendant must also pay £650 in costs and a £154 surcharge. Mohialdin Alrehead, 46 of Maesglas Crescent in Newport, admitted refusing to identify a driver to police. The defendant was charged with failing to give information on December 5 relating to the identification of the driver of a Toyota Prius who was suspected by police of committing a driving offence. Alrehead pleaded guilty at Newport Magistrates' Court on July 9, and was fined £540. The defendant must also pay £400 in costs and a £216 surcharge, and was hit with six penalty points. Kieran Mckenzie, 33, of School Lane in Newport, assaulted two police officers in Newport. Mckenzie was charged with two offences of assault by beating of an emergency worker in Newport on February 3. He was also accused of using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour against one of the officers the following day with the intent to cause them harassment, alarm or distress. Mckenzie pleaded guilty to all three charges on June 2. The defendant was sentenced to six weeks, suspended for 12 months, at Newport Magistrates' Court on July 9. This was uplifted from four weeks due to the offences being against emergency workers. He must pay each of the officers £100 in compensation. Matthew Johns, 47, of Bretherton Way in Abergavenny, was found guilty of speeding in Caldicot. Johns was driving a Peugeot Partner at 36mph when he was caught by a manned speed camera on the B4245 on June 22. He was found guilty at Newport Magistrates' Court on July 9. Johns was ordered to pay £650 in costs, a £60 fine, and a £24 surcharge. He also had three points added to his licence.
The Citizen
09-06-2025
- The Citizen
Open communication to boost Berea SAPS crime-fighting efforts
KEEPING the lines of communication open is the key to combating crime in the Berea area. This was emphasised by Berea SAPS and Ward 31 councillor Remona Mckenzie following a community meeting at Durban High School recently. The Berea SAPS crime imbizo was attended by members of the community, Metro Police, Berea Community Police Forum and other crime-fighting structures. Berea SAPS spokesperson, Captain Poobalan Naidoo, said the aim of the meeting was to appraise the community about the station's crime fighting efforts. He said the community was addressed by the station commander, Colonel Hlengiwe Happiness Gcabashe, and other relevant roleplayers who assist in dealing with crime in the Berea policing precinct. 'The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the needs of the community and to find solutions,' said Naidoo who hailed the meeting a success. 'All relevant issues were discussed and solutions were found to address problems and crime that are being experienced in the area. The community was also informed that the withdrawing of cases by complainants will only be done in court,' said Naidoo. He added that the community was happy with how the station commander dealt with issues, and she encouraged the community to participate in the next imbizo in July. Aslo Read: Berea SAPS cracks down on crime Mckenzie expressed the same sentiment, 'Opening dialogue between police and the community strengthens relationships and encourages co-operation. 'These discussions help prioritise policing efforts based on community needs. SAPS public meetings are essential for fostering transparency, accountability, and community engagement in policing. This meeting provided updates on crime trends, safety measures, and strategies to combat criminal activities. We also advised the community of the importance of their involvement,' said Mckenzie. She encouraged the community to become more involved in crime-fighting and participate in public meetings to make their voices heard. 'It's important that the community attend these meetings; communities can actively shape local policing strategies and create safer neighbourhoods. SAPS use these meetings to report on their activities, ensuring they remain answerable or accountable to the public. The community must voice their concerns, suggest solutions, and collaborate with law enforcement to improve safety. The collaborative efforts within Ward 31 remain crucial in enhancing police visibility and fostering a safer environment for all residents,' said Mckenzie. For more from Berea Mail, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Yahoo
MPD says speeds reached 100 MPH before driver crashed into pole, ran before arrest
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – Police arrested an Elizabethtown man after he allegedly drove at 100 MPH before crashing into a light pole, flipping and running from officers. The Madisonville Police Department state on Thursday at about 7:47 a.m., officers saw a blue Ford Escape traveling north on I-69, quickly changing lanes and forcing other vehicles to get out of the way while going upwards of 100 MPH. Officials state the vehicle exited before colliding with a light pole and catching on fire after flipping over and landing. Two people taken to hospital after serious crash on 41, Waterworks Road The driver was later identified as Ronald Mckenzie, and he allegedly jumped a barbed wire fence and fleeing on foot. Officials say a K9 unit arriving and was deployed, and Mckenzie stopped and started to comply after being warned of a pending K9 release. Mckenzie was able to be taken into custody after a brief struggle. He was taken to the Hopkins County Jail after being medically cleared for possible injuries, facing several charges including speeding, resisting arrest, fleeing or evading police and wanton endangerment. A booking photo for Mckenzie was not available at the time of this writing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
