When Williams was arrested after back-up arrived, he was found to be carrying 34g of cannabis in 14 small bags. The defendant, of Twissell’s Road, Tranch, Pontypool, pleaded guilty to possession of the class B drug with intent to supply and causing actual bodily harm (ABH). He also admitted the criminal damage of PC Rodway’s glasses. The victim was taken to hospital and suffered nerve damage to his hand. The incident took place on January 31, 2020. A trial of issue was held after Williams admitted ABH on the basis he did not bite or punch the police officer as was alleged by the prosecution.