Dyfed-Powys Police continue to carry out investigations on an allegation of assault outside Penally Asylum Accommodation Centre yesterday (Thursday).

“A 55-year-old member of the public alleges he sustained injuries after being assaulted while taking photographs of the site,” said a police spokesperson.

“The incident did not involve any of the service users resident at the centre.

“Local officers attended the site at 2.45 pm yesterday, along with paramedics.

“The injured man was taken to hospital and has subsequently been released.

“Police are still investigating the circumstances around the incident, but no arrests have been made,” they added.

Anyone with information can get in touch in the following ways: Visit bit.ly/DPPReportOnline; email [email protected]; call 101; or get in touch anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired you can text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.

Meanwhile the person who was taken to hospital following the incident, has taken to social media to give an update to those who have been enquiring and concerned about his health.

“I am doing ok apart from feeling battered, bruised and very upset,” said Andy Edwards on Facebook this morning.

“I have some loss of sensation which the experts hope will recover over the coming days. I guess for legal reasons I should not say too much about the alleged assault until I have been contacted by the police.

“As for the person responsible my wife and I are outraged that the Home Office have not suspended him from front line duties pending an investigation.

“In addition to the police I have received no contact from the Home Office or their agents to check on my welfare.

“I have been allowed to leave hospital for now subject to keeping them informed on any changes or concerns. I would like to thank the police officers who attended to me on the ground, the ambulance personnel and the staff who looked after me at the hospital.

“Finally, my wife and I have received tremendous offers of concern and support from the incredibly kind people resisting this injustice that has been imposed on Penally - this is overwhelming and you are all putting up a fantastic fight whilst maintaining your dignity!

“I hope to be out and about soon and I will try and meet up and thank everyone personally for their kindness,” he added.