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Thousands of cigarettes, vapes and tobacco seized in clampdown on shops

Police awards celebrate inspiring young people across Avon and Somerset

The Children and Young People Awards returned for a second year on Wednesday 9 July at Weston-super-Mare’s iconic Grand Pier. Launched by Avon and Somerset Police in 2024, the…

Four charged after teenager raped in Bristol

Detectives have charged four people as part of an investigation into the rape and exploitation of a teenage girl after an incident in Bristol On Sunday 30 November it was reported to…

Bridgwater Unites for Youth Safety Day

This Friday marks ‘Youth Safety Day’ in Bridgwater, uniting multi-agency teams to promote community safety in the town and provide support to residents.

Murder charges authorised for woman

**UPDATED on 17 December 2025 to include the first court date** Three charges of murder have been authorised for a 43-year-old woman following the deaths of three children at a…

Man jailed for sexually abusing girl

A brave girl has explained the impact a man’s sexual abuse continues to have on her life. She was eight years old when she was sexually abused by 47-year-old Matthew…

Father found guilty of murdering his two-week-old son

**TRIGGER WARNING: The following release contains details which some readers may find distressing.** The father of a two-week-old boy who died from ‘catastrophic’ injuries has been found guilty of his…