South Wales Police are investigating fresh allegations against former Bishop of Swansea and Brecon Anthony Pierce, following his conviction for child sex offences last year.

Pierce, 84, from Swansea Vale, pleaded guilty at Swansea Crown Court in February 2025 to five counts of indecent assault on a child under the age of 16.

He was sentenced to four years and one month in prison. On release, he will be subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and will remain on the sex offenders register for life.

Police have now revealed that since his sentencing, three further reports of alleged offences dating back to the 1970s and 1980s have been received and are now under investigation.

Detective Inspector Tom Richardson of Swansea CID said the original conviction followed the courage of a victim who came forward.

“We know how difficult it must be for anyone to have suffered abuse in the past to come forward now,” he said.

“It was the bravery of the victim who reported Pierce’s actions which was instrumental in bringing him to justice.

“Since the conviction and sentencing of Pierce we have received reports from three people who have taken that first step in coming forward.

“We believe that there may be others who have been subject to Pierce’s crimes and we want to provide reassurance that any reports will be fully investigated and dealt with sensitively and with compassion.

“We recognise that coming forward can be daunting but would encourage victim-survivors to speak with us so they can get the support and help they deserve."

Anyone with information is asked to contact South Wales Police on 101, quoting occurrence number 2600140999.

For information and a supporting guide on reporting sexual offences, you can visit: https://www.south-wales.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/v1/rape-sexual-assault-other-sexual-offences/