CARWYN GRIFFITH ROBERTS FROM LLANAELHAEN SENTENCED FOR CRUEL MANIPULATION IN CAERNARFON

A man named Carwyn Griffith Roberts, residing in Cae Llyn, Llanaelhaearn, was found guilty of engaging in controlling and coercive behavior within an intimate or family relationship in Caernarfon. The court heard how Roberts systematically manipulated his partner through a series of deceitful tactics, including the creation of fake email accounts and personas designed to deceive her and exert control over her life.

One of the most disturbing aspects of his manipulation involved convincing his partner that she was pregnant with twins. This was achieved through a fabricated ultrasound scan, which Roberts had created after conducting extensive searches on the internet. His deception extended further as he impersonated professionals, including a doctor and a lawyer, to reinforce his false narratives. The victim was led to believe she had been drugged, sexually abused, and that a conspiracy involving police and medical professionals was targeting her. These falsehoods caused significant psychological distress.

Roberts persuaded his partner to leave her job and move in with him under false pretenses. Among his lies was the promise of inheriting money to buy a house, a promise that was entirely fabricated. His manipulative tactics culminated in him showing her the fake ultrasound and claiming she was pregnant, a revelation that deeply affected her mental health. The court was told that the months of deception and manipulation inflicted severe emotional and psychological damage on her.

Roberts ultimately pleaded guilty to the charges. He was sentenced to two years in prison, but the sentence was suspended for two years. Additionally, he was ordered to complete a rehabilitation course, perform 250 hours of unpaid work, and pay prosecution costs amounting to £3,230. A lifelong restraining order was also issued, prohibiting him from contacting her or posting about her on social media platforms.

Prosecutor Rhian Jones highlighted the extent of Roberts' manipulation, noting that his actions involved multiple fake accounts and emails that traced back to him, clearly establishing his involvement in the deception. She emphasized the profound impact his actions had on the victim’s mental health, describing the case as a stark example of cruelty and exploitation. The judge expressed disbelief at the bizarre and disturbing facts of the case, condemning Roberts for exploiting a vulnerable woman for his own gain and underscoring the seriousness of his misconduct.