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Leader Live
14-07-2025
- Leader Live
Domestic violence victims urged to reach out for help
The Leader reported earlier this month how the charity Crimestoppers launched a campaign to raise awareness of the devastating impact of domestic abuse and violence against women and girls (VAWG). It takes place across Wales until July 23 and aims to remind everyone that help is available and that no one should suffer in silence. Cllr Beverley Parry-Jones is Wrexham Council's gender-based violence, domestic abuse and sexual violence champion. She said: "This type of behaviour is totally unacceptable. "It's not strange that it's still happening in the 21st century and we can all be victims of it without realising it. "I would urge people to go and get the help they need. "Speak to someone, whether it's a friend, a family member or a support group. "Abuse doesn't have to be a punch or a kick. It can be mental and emotional - which doesn't heal quickly. "It's not a good place for anyone to be in and it can be done in such a subtle way that it's controlling. Cllr Parry-Jones told the Leader she too has experienced abuse and coercion within a relationship and that after leaving that situation, she found counselling to be extremely helpful. "As soon as you walk away," she said, "that's the first day of the rest of your life. "Have the strength to walk away. "When I went for counselling, it was hard to hear. "I felt there was a stigma attached to it, but it made me a stronger person coming out at the other end of it. "Unfortunately, sometimes with domestic violence, we know it can end in tragedy. "That is very, very sad but the key thing is - don't be afraid to ask for help. "You're the victim here and there is no stigma attached to it." She also emphasised the importance of people being available for their friends and listening to their concerns, should they feel ready to speak about instances of abuse. Asked how a person could help a friend or relative they feel may be experiencing abuse, Cllr Parry-Jones said: "I would say to do it in a softly-softly approach. "When you're in a relationship like this, you don't always want to accept the help. "But just try to keep the door open, to say; you know I'm here - I've not gone anywhere." Cllr Parry-Jones told the Leader she would be happy to speak to any support groups which feel they may benefit from her input. She is also part of a group which knits and crochets teddies, blankets and other items for children and people affected by domestic violence who may have to flee their home without their belongings. Cllr Christine Jones, Flintshire Council's cabinet member for social services and wellbeing, said: "We have to safeguard people who are at risk of abuse and we need to get the message out there that there is help available whether you're male or female. "Please don't be afraid to speak out - your life is important, it's precious and you will be protected. "If you don't want to go to the police, there are other voluntary agencies around, for example we have DASU in Flintshire and they are brilliant. "People are often scared to say it's happening to them - it's a massive thing to speak about. "But once you've spoken about it, that's the first step. "It could be to a family member, or a friend you're confident will help you. "You've got to reach out to someone; don't hold back because you should not be going through this on your own/." Cllr Jones added that there are many kinds of abuse, explaining: "It's not just physical or sexual, or emotional - there can also be financial abuse where people can become trapped in their own homes. "Abuse is happening in our communities every minute and the whole family can be affected. "Never forget, there are often children in these relationships too." North Wales Police lead for violence against women and girls (VAWG), Inspector Laura Salisbury-Jones, said: 'We support the Crimestoppers campaign which aims to raise awareness of the devastating impact of VAWG and echo the message to victims to report incidents. 'Domestic abuse can take many forms and can have a profound and lasting effect on a person. 'We understand that it isn't easy to report but I would reassure victims that we have specialist officers within the force who will listen to you, support you and fully investigate all reports. 'We continue to act on any report of all forms of violence against women and girls, and we will not stop in our efforts to bring perpetrators to justice.'
Leader Live
05-06-2025
- Leader Live
Chester: Wrexham man jailed following driving rampage
Parry-Jones, 28 and of Borras Hall Lane, Llan Pwll, was jailed for 19 months on Monday at Chester Crown Court following an incident that saw multiple police cars descend on Bridge Street. Parry-Jones received 16 months for dangerous driving and a further three months for driving while disqualified, with no separate penalty for driving without insurance or licence, obstructing a constable, drink driving, public order and possession of cannabis. It relates to an incident on Saturday, May 3 at around midday when officers were made aware of a white Vauxhall Combo van was being driven in the Chester area by a disqualified driver who was suspected to be under the influence of alcohol. PC David Smith said: 'His erratic driving around Chester City Centre while intoxicated was incomprehensible. 'The city centre was busy with vehicles and pedestrians at the time. His behaviour was reckless and could have caused a serious of even fatal incident. 'When we were able to bring him to a stop safely, he tried to evade capture causing damage to our police vehicles and tried to assault officers. 'His behaviour was idiotic and dangerous and now he is paying the consequences.' During the incident, Parry-Jones drove through Vicars Lane toward Pepper Street on the wrong side of the road overtaking four stationary cars toward oncoming traffic before cutting in front of the fourth vehicle. He then went on from Pepper Street onto Bridge Street where he turned right across the front of oncoming traffic at a crossroad junction. Afte reversing into a police car – claiming he thought it was someone out to get him – he was then physically and verbally aggressive and appeared to be intoxicated. He tried to punch one of the officers, but they managed to safely restrain him before they then found cannabis in his coat following a search. Parry-Jones was also banned from driving for three years, nine months and 14 days. He also has to take an extended test. He appeared in court from HMP Altcourse where he had been on remand.
Rhyl Journal
05-06-2025
- Rhyl Journal
Chester: Wrexham man jailed following driving rampage
Parry-Jones, 28 and of Borras Hall Lane, Llan Pwll, was jailed for 19 months on Monday at Chester Crown Court following an incident that saw multiple police cars descend on Bridge Street. Parry-Jones received 16 months for dangerous driving and a further three months for driving while disqualified, with no separate penalty for driving without insurance or licence, obstructing a constable, drink driving, public order and possession of cannabis. It relates to an incident on Saturday, May 3 at around midday when officers were made aware of a white Vauxhall Combo van was being driven in the Chester area by a disqualified driver who was suspected to be under the influence of alcohol. PC David Smith said: 'His erratic driving around Chester City Centre while intoxicated was incomprehensible. 'The city centre was busy with vehicles and pedestrians at the time. His behaviour was reckless and could have caused a serious of even fatal incident. 'When we were able to bring him to a stop safely, he tried to evade capture causing damage to our police vehicles and tried to assault officers. 'His behaviour was idiotic and dangerous and now he is paying the consequences.' During the incident, Parry-Jones drove through Vicars Lane toward Pepper Street on the wrong side of the road overtaking four stationary cars toward oncoming traffic before cutting in front of the fourth vehicle. He then went on from Pepper Street onto Bridge Street where he turned right across the front of oncoming traffic at a crossroad junction. Afte reversing into a police car – claiming he thought it was someone out to get him – he was then physically and verbally aggressive and appeared to be intoxicated. He tried to punch one of the officers, but they managed to safely restrain him before they then found cannabis in his coat following a search. Parry-Jones was also banned from driving for three years, nine months and 14 days. He also has to take an extended test. He appeared in court from HMP Altcourse where he had been on remand.
North Wales Live
05-06-2025
- North Wales Live
'Idiotic and dangerous' city centre driver 'could have caused a fatality'
A Wrexham man branded "idiotic" by police has been sentenced after pleading guilty to driving offences. Police called Llewellyn Parry-Jones' driving through Chester as "incomprehensible and reckless" and said he could have killed someone. Parry Jones, 28, of Borras Hall Lane, Llan Pwll, Wrexham appeared at Chester Crown Court on June 2 to be sentenced after pleading guilty to dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, driving without insurance, obstructing a constable, drink driving, public order and possession of cannabis. He was jailed for 19 months and banned from driving for three years, nine months and 14 days. He also has to take an extended test. The court heard that at 12.05pm on Saturday, May 3, police were made aware that a white Vauxhall Combo van was being driven in the Chester area by a disqualified driver who was suspected to be under the influence of alcohol. You can sign up for all the latest court stories here At 12.40pm onwards local authority CCTV shows the van being driven around the city centre tailgating other cars. He turned left toward Grosvenor Park Road and collided with a pedestrian. On Grosvenor Park Road he increased speed significantly and crossed into the second lane. He went onto Vicars Lane toward Pepper Street on the wrong side of the road, overtaking four stationary cars toward oncoming traffic before cutting in front of the fourth vehicle. He then went on from Pepper Street onto Bridge Street where he turned right across the front of oncoming traffic at a crossroad junction. An officer spotted Parry-Jones driving along Pepper Street as it headed toward the Bridge Street area. Two officers attempted to bring the van to a stop, but Parry-Jones deliberately reversed into the front of one of the vehicles before driving forward and attempting to flee through the bollards onto the pedestrianised area of the shopping precinct. The van couldn't get through the bollards, but he did collide with a bicycle in a bike rack causing damage. When the two officers went to arrest Parry-Jones he was physically and verbally aggressive and appeared to be intoxicated, the court heard. He tried to punch one of the officers but they managed to safely restrain him. They then found cannabis in his coat following a search. Llewellyn Parry-Jones was later charged with dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, driving without insurance, resisting arrest, drink driving, use of threatening behaviour without intent and possession of class B drugs (cannabis). PC David Smith said: 'His erratic driving around Chester City Centre while intoxicated was incomprehensible. The city centre was busy with vehicles and pedestrians at the time. His behaviour was reckless and could have caused a serious or even fatal incident. 'When we were able to bring him to a stop safely, he tried to evade capture, causing damage to our police vehicles and tried to assault officers. His behaviour was idiotic and dangerous and now he is paying the consequences.'
