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Man jailed for 21 years for assault on baby

*Trigger warning: this article contains distressing details* A man has been jailed for 21 years today, Friday 24 January, following his conviction for an assault which left a baby with…

Inspector attends National Police Bravery Awards 2025

A police inspector who has received a Medal of Bravery has attended the National Police Bravery Awards 2025. Inspector James McKenna, known to his colleagues as Paddy, was in London…

Former police officer sentenced for online child sex offences

A former police officer has been handed a suspended prison sentence after admitting to multiple offences, including making indecent images of children. James Gullis, 28, pleaded guilty to the offences…

Serving police officer convicted of online child sex offences

A serving police officer has pleaded guilty to multiple offences, including making indecent images of children. East Somerset-based PC James Gullis pleaded guilty to the offences, which were identified in…

Chief Officers contact with the media

Find out about the Chief Officer’s Group contact with the media, including TV and Radio.

Report online bullying and threatening messages

If someone sends threatening messages via social networking sites, this could amount to a criminal offence. Find out how to report messages sent via social media.

Stop and search

The police can stop and search people to detect crime and help make our neighbourhoods safe. Searches are only carried out where there are reasonable grounds.

Registering as a sex offender

Sex offenders are required to register with the police in person within three days of being convicted or released from prison and revisit annually.

Report domestic abuse

Find out how to report domestic abuse, recognise the signs and how to make a request for information (Clare’s Law).

Know the signs of doorstep crime

Distraction burglars can target anyone. Read our advice and know the signs of a bogus caller.