News: Forcewide News
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More than £1 million in criminal assets seized in cryptocurrency crackdown
A specialist financial investigation resulted in the forfeiture of 20.21 Bitcoin, other crypto assets and funds with a combined value of more than £1 million.
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Police chiefs call on PM to prevent PC Harper killers release
Chief Constable Sarah Crew is united with 49 other policing and law enforcement leaders in signing an open letter.
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Bath’s new police public enquiry office to open its doors next month
Bath Police Enquiry Office will relocate from its current location on Manvers Street to its new home on Monmouth Street on Wednesday 12 August, marking the opening of the new Bath Police Station.
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Dangerous driving and trailer theft among offences uncovered in rural crackdown
The local operation on 17 July saw policing teams and Mendip Hills rangers disrupt crime harming rural communities and endangering road users.
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Statement following launch of new national Policing Performance System
Chief Constable Sarah Crew said: “The decision to assign Avon and Somerset Police to Level Two reflects the progress we’ve made but also focusses on the work we still need to do."
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Domestic abuse victims offered specialist support after World Cup games
Officers are working with Independent Domestic Violence Advisors to support victims who are at high risk of harm.
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The World Cup: No excuse for domestic abuse
We're working with partners to share three important messages - to victims, people who suspect or know domestic abuse is happening, and abusers.
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Thousands of cigarettes, vapes and tobacco seized in clampdown on shops
Avon and Somerset Police officers, Bristol City Council’s Trading Standards officials, His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), and the Home Office were involved in a day of action targeting criminality and exploitation.
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Heartfelt tribute to Jamie Collins
His family say the 21-year-old was "bright, kind and gentle" and had a "hugely successful future" ahead of him.
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New Anti-Social Behaviour Plan prioritises prevention and victim support
The five-year strategy (2026–2031) outlines a prevention-focused and victim-centred approach to tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) in our communities.