GREG PHILLIPS FROM GLYNNEATH SHOCKS NEATH PORT TALBOT WITH BRUTAL DOG ABUSE ON PENTRE STREET

Greg Phillips, a resident of Ynyslas Crescent in Glynneath, has become the focus of widespread condemnation after a disturbing incident involving his pet dog was captured on dashcam footage. The incident took place on 31 March 2020 outside a shop on Pentre Street, Glynneath, within the jurisdiction of Neath Port Talbot.

In the footage, Phillips can be seen engaging in a violent assault against his helpless cocker spaniel, an act that has sparked outrage among animal welfare advocates and the local community alike. The video shows Phillips approaching his vehicle, where he is seen shoving his dog into the back of his car after he attempts to place a crate of beer on the back seat. As the dog tries to jump out of the vehicle, Phillips seizes her firmly, grabbing hold of her with apparent aggression.

What follows is a series of brutal acts: Phillips is recorded punching the dog multiple times, with passers-by clearly audible hooting their car horns and shouting at him to cease his actions. Despite the protests from those nearby, Phillips continues his assault, ultimately throwing the dog into the boot of the car along with two other dogs. He then strikes her again before closing the boot.

The footage, which has circulated widely, has drawn strong condemnation from animal welfare officials. RSPCA Inspector Keith Hogben expressed his outrage, stating, “In broad daylight and with people all around, this poor dog was beaten by his owner, who clearly had no regard for his legal responsibilities towards his animal. Fortunately, the dashcam footage helped us to identify this individual and ensure we could take action. Clearly, this is no way to treat an animal, and thankfully, the vast majority of people across south Wales and beyond will be shocked by this footage, and the beating this poor cocker spaniel was subjected to.”

Following the investigation, Greg Phillips faced legal consequences. He was sentenced to perform 150 hours of unpaid community work and ordered to pay a total of £390 in costs and charges. Notably, there was no ban or deprivation order imposed, allowing him to retain ownership of his animals despite the severity of the incident.

This case has once again highlighted the importance of animal welfare laws and the need for vigilance in protecting vulnerable animals from cruelty. The community in Glynneath and the wider Neath Port Talbot area remains appalled by the actions of Greg Phillips, whose behavior has brought shame and concern to the local area.