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Multiple arrests made following protests in Bristol
The policing operation was stood down just before 3.30pm after protestors and counter-protestors dispersed.
Arrests 7 March 2026 -
New Crimewatch appeal to focus on the murder of Melanie Hall
Melanie was last seen in the former Cadillacs nightclub in Bath in the early hours of Sunday 9 June in 1996. Her remains were found by the side of a motorway 13 years later.
Appeals 4 March 2026 -
Three teenagers arrested after child assaulted in Bristol
Uncategorised 6 March 2026 -
Two years since disappearance of Jack O’Sullivan
Missing People 2 March 2026 -
Crimewatch appeal in Bristol Museum artefact theft investigation
Appeals 6 March 2026 -
An average of two people per day were killed or seriously injured on Avon and Somerset roads last year
Roads 6 March 2026
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Policing operation in place for city centre protest
The protest and counter-protest are set to take place in Bristol city centre tomorrow morning (Saturday 7 March).
Events 6 March 2026 -
CCTV appeal linked to motorbike theft
A motorcycle was stolen from an address in Showell Park, Taunton, between 11pm on Saturday 21 February and 5.15am on Sunday 22 February.
Appeals 6 March 2026 -
Man, 60, jailed for sexual offences against child and teenager
Thomas Brewer, 60, of Whitefield Avenue, Speedwell, in Bristol, is now serving more than eight years in prison.
In Court 6 March 2026 -
Man to appear in court over fatal collision in Aust
Daniel Booth, from Lydney, will appear before Bristol Magistrates Court on Monday 16 March.
In Court 5 March 2026 -
Investigation after girl injured in assault by several youths
The girl, in her mid teens, was taken to hospital after the attack in the Broadmead area of Bristol at around 7.45pm last night (Wednesday 4 March).
Appeals 5 March 2026 -
Five men charged with dwelling burglary offence
The men appeared at Bristol Magistrates' Court on Saturday and Monday in connection with burglaries in Avon and Somerset and Devon and Cornwall.
In Court 5 March 2026 -
Witness appeal after burglary in Bath
A property in Redland Park was burgled when the owner was away between Thursday 26 February and Monday 2 March.
Appeals 5 March 2026 -
Police Staff Week of Celebration and Recognition 2026
We celebrate those whose dedication, skill and quiet professionalism underpin every part of policing.
Campaigns 4 March 2026 -
Man charged with sexual offences
Timothy Hughes, from Filton, has been charged with eight offences.
In Court 4 March 2026 -
Man charged with stalking in Clevedon
A man, 42, will appear at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 7 April.
In Court 4 March 2026