News: Prevention
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Increased police presence in Bristol to tackle unlicensed music events
There will be an increased police presence in and around Bristol city centre to allow officers to respond to any unlicensed music events.
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Unlicensed music events (UMEs): What you need to know
Unlicensed music events are unlawful and can pose real risks to both those attending and the wider community.
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Three-month closure order for Weston business
Magistrates granted the order following partnership working between Avon and Somerset Police and North Somerset Council's Trading Standards.
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Cannabis and vapes seized in multi-agency operation
Avon and Somerset Police, Bristol City Council, HMRC and the Home Office were involved in a day of action targeting exploitation and criminality.
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Warning issued following high-value gold thefts
Police have issued a warning following an increase in thefts of high-value gold jewellery, cash and safes.
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Be Home Safe scheme marks 25 years of protecting vulnerable victims
A home security scheme that began life as a single "Bobby Van" in south Bristol is marking 25 years of helping some of Avon and Somerset’s most vulnerable residents feel safe in their homes.
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Closure order secured against shop linked to crime and disorder
A three-month closure order has been secured against a shop in Taunton which has been selling non-compliant vapes, illegal tobacco and counterfeit goods.
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Drug dealers warned ‘we’re coming for you’ after latest search warrant
Weapons, cash, and suspected controlled drugs were seized in the latest warrant to be carried out in the Bath and North East Somerset area.
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Raising awareness of romance fraud
Almost 200 people in Avon and Somerset have contacted Action Fraud this year to report being a victim of romance fraud.
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Flat linked to drug dealing and violent crime closed down by police
A three-month closure order was obtained against the property in Wyndham Mews, Bridgewater