News: Forcewide News
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Targeting ASB and serious violence forcewide: 4,500+ additional patrols in six months
Avon and Somerset Police have delivered more than 4,500 additional patrols across the force area in April–September this year.
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Suspected burglar found under bed in shoplifting and burglary crackdown
Over seven days of action, South Gloucestershire’s Neighbourhood Policing Team was joined by operational support units and roads policing officers to target the biggest community concerns in the area.
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Officer dismissed after gross misconduct ruling
A panel found PC Rose Wilson's actions amounted to gross misconduct.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Former PC barred from policing after hearing
He had admitted gross misconduct after taking on a second job after permission had been refused