News: Forcewide News
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Officer dismissed after gross misconduct ruling
A panel found PC Rose Wilson's actions amounted to gross misconduct.
Forcewide News 27 September 2024 -
Former officer barred from policing for inappropriate behaviour off-duty
Gross misconduct was found proven against Connor Shefford with a panel concluded he would have been dismissed if he had not resigned.
Forcewide News 26 September 2024 -
Week of action boosts safety across South Somerset and the Mendips
Neighbourhood policing teams across South Somerset and the Mendips delivered a successful week of action in mid-September.
Forcewide News 19 September 2024 -
Staying vigilant against pension fraud
£17.7 million was lost to pension fraud last year. A new campaign is encouraging people to take steps to protect themselves before making changes to pension arrangements.
Forcewide News 10 September 2024 -
Former officer barred from policing following misconduct hearing
Former officer DC Simon Jones abused his position by pursuing improper relationships with two women he met through his work.
Forcewide News 4 September 2024 -
Illegal drugs and tobacco seized during week of action in North Somerset
Illegal tobacco products and vapes were seized as part of a multi-agency operation in North Somerset, as well as a quantity of class A and C drugs.
Forcewide News 29 August 2024 -
Avon and Somerset Police and Avon Fire & Rescue Service celebrate joint 50th anniversary with Open Day
Avon and Somerset Police and Avon Fire & Rescue Service will be opening their doors to the public on Saturday 14 September for a fun-filled Open Day.
Forcewide News 22 August 2024 -
Former PC barred from policing after hearing
He had admitted gross misconduct after taking on a second job after permission had been refused
Forcewide News 19 August 2024 -
Former officers barred from policing after gross misconduct proven
Both officers resigned before the hearing and have been barred from ever serving again.
Forcewide News 16 August 2024 -
‘Those who seek to cause unrest will not win’ – DCC Jon Reilly
Deputy Chief Constable Jon Reilly has issued a statement today (Tuesday 6 August) in response to concerns raised to us by our communities.
Forcewide News 6 August 2024