DYFED-POWYS POLICE have sealed off the multi-storey car park in Haverforwest tonight (Jan 11) following reports of an incident.
A number of police vehicles are at the scene, and when our reporter arrived there were officers blocking all the entrances to the building.
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service were also in attendance.
A witness at the scene told the Herald of unconfirmed reports that a young male was threatening to cause injury to himself. This has not yet been confirmed by the authorities.
A police officer told The Herald: “The mother of the male is here, and she is very distressed.”
A statement later released by the police press office said: ““Dyfed-Powys Police are currently dealing with an incident at Haverfordwest multi-storey car park, concerning the welfare of an individual.
“An area around the car park has been cordoned off to allow officers to carry out their duties.
A second statement released by the police on Thursday morning said: “At approx. 8.55pm on Wednesday, Dyfed-Powys Police received reports of concerns for the welfare of a man in Haverfordwest.
“Officers attended at Haverfordwest multi-storey car park, where the priority was to ensure the safety and welfare of the distressed man.
“An area around the car park was cordoned off to allow officers to deal with the situation, and a negotiator was also deployed to assist.
“By approx. 3am this morning the man was safe with officers and is now in the care of the health service, receiving the necessary support.”
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