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Youths accessing ‘dangerous’ building at risk of serious harm in Portishead

Youths accessing ‘dangerous’ building at risk of harm in Portishead

Working in partnership to make Taunton streets safer

On Tuesday 25 February, Avon and Somerset Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner met key representatives from Taunton Chamber of Commerce, Taunton Town Council, Somerset Council and local businesses…

New Assistant Chief Constable appointed

A new Assistant Chief Constable has been appointed for Avon and Somerset Police. Following a rigorous selection process, Rachel Shields has been appointed to the position, stepping into the role…

Force Awards honour bravery and dedication

Officers, staff, partners, and a member of the public were recognised for their outstanding courage and dedication at the Force Awards ceremony held at Avon and Somerset Police Headquarters on…

Please don’t pocket-dial 999

In July, Avon and Somerset Police received a total of 24,359 emergency 999 calls, of which 2,955 were abandoned (more than one in ten). The team in the emergency control…

Boy denies attempted murder charge

A 16-year-old boy has denied charges of attempted murder and affray at a hearing at Bristol Crown Court on Wednesday 25 June. The teenager is charged in connection with an…

Man jailed for non-recent rape of Bristol woman

Force Awards: recognising commitment, bravery and impact

On Friday 20 June, officers, staff and members of the public attended the Force Awards ceremony at Avon and Somerset Police Headquarters, where they were recognised for their exceptional efforts…

Teenager sentenced after fleeing scene of collision that left boy, 4, seriously injured

A driver has been sentenced after fleeing the scene of a collision which caused a young child serious injuries. James Doherty, 18, lost control of his BMW at about 1.50pm…

Appeal after child, 13, injured on e-scooter

We’re appealing for witnesses and any dashcam or CCTV footage after a collision which has left a 13-year-old boy in hospital. It happened near to B&Q on the A358 Furnham…