

Dyfed-Powys Police
Organization Law EnforcementDyfed-Powys Police: Welsh law enforcement agency responding to incidents across a large geographical area.
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Dyfed-Powys Police is the territorial police force responsible for policing the largest geographical area of any police force in Wales, covering the counties of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Powys. The force has recently been involved in responding to significant incidents. In one instance, Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed the tragic drowning of an 18-year-old student in the River Wye near Glasbury, Powys, during a Duke of Edinburgh's Award trip. Emergency services, including a mountain rescue team and the fire service, were deployed to locate the individual. In another recent event, the force declared a major incident following a serious bus crash on the A484 near Kidwelly in Carmarthenshire. The collision resulted in numerous injuries, with air ambulances and other emergency services attending the scene. These incidents highlight the force's role in managing critical situations and providing essential emergency response services across its extensive jurisdiction.
Last updated: August 5, 2026
