Avon and Somerset Police have concluded their investigation into an incident on April 7 in Weston-super-Mare, where an 11-year-old boy became unwell. After detailed inquiries, no criminal offences have been identified.
Detectives conducted thorough investigations, including visiting the boy and his family following his hospital discharge, and gathering statements from witnesses and medical professionals. Importantly, testing of a vape used by the boy and other children revealed no evidence of it being tampered with or laced with harmful substances.
A teenage boy who was initially arrested and released under investigation, along with a teenage girl who participated in a voluntary interview, will face no further action.
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Inspector Lee Kerslake commented, “We understand the community’s concerns and have worked diligently over the past week to reach this conclusion. The boy’s family has been informed of the investigation’s outcome.”
The police remain committed to protecting the public and continue to collaborate with partners in Weston-super-Mare to combat the illegal sale of vapes. Residents are encouraged to report suspected illegal activities by calling 101 or submitting reports online via the Avon and Somerset Police website.