Seven people have been sentenced to a total of 13 years and 7 months years in prison following a disturbance that took place at Morriston Cemetery in August 2022

Detective Chief Inspector Mike Owens said “This was an absolutely appalling incident that would have terrified those peacefully attending the cemetery in the middle of the day.

“The group, who are all known to each other, committed violent offences and were seen using weapons against each other.

“I hope the sentences today provide reassurance to the community that this kind of criminal behaviour won’t be tolerated and anybody committing these acts will face the consequence of their actions.

“The investigation team were resolute in their commitment to fully investigate the disorder in the cemetery, working with other police forces to detain and investigate the individuals involved.”

Those sentenced were.

• James Coffey, aged 45, from Rumney – Violent Disorder, possession of offensive weapon and dangerous driving – two years and three months. Pictured Below:

• Jeffrey Tawse, aged 24, from Rumney – Violent Disorder & possession of offensive weapon – 18 months

• John Coffey, aged 24, from Rumney – Violent Disorder and possession of offensive weapon – 18 months

• Patrick Joseph Murphy, aged 40, from Llanelli – Violent Disorder & possession of offensive weapon – two years and eight months

• Andrew John Thomas, aged 40, from Llanelli – Violent Disorder & dangerous driving – three years

• John Joe O’Brien, aged 53, from Llanelli – Violent Disorder & Possession of offensive weapon – 16 months

• Martin John O’Brien, aged 58, from Llanelli – Violent Disorder & Possession of offensive weapon – 16 months