Crime

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 crime justice sentencing somerset sexualassault drugs roadsideviolence abuse policeofficer imprisonment

September 2025 has seen Somerset courts hand down significant sentences to a range of criminals responsible for appalling acts — from horrific sexual assaults to dangerous driving and violent abuse. Here is a summary of the … Read More

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 somerset wanted manhunt police emergency safety alert crime 999 public

Authorities in Somerset are currently searching for a wanted individual. The public is urged not to approach this person under any circumstances, as they may be dangerous. If you see anyone matching the description or have …

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 bath threat affray police cctv incident arrest bottle crime investigation

A woman was threatened with a broken bottle by a man in Bath city centre during the early hours of Saturday, September 27. Avon and Somerset Police report that the alarming incident took place on Dorchester Street around 5:30 … Read More

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 chard police crash investigation witness avishayes driving crime court arrest

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a man who could provide crucial information about a single-vehicle crash following a police chase in Chard. The incident occurred on Friday, August … Read More

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 cannabis cultivation weston-super-mare police drugs investigation seizure crime modernslavery safety

Police have uncovered a large-scale cannabis cultivation operation in Weston-super-Mare, seizing over 230 plants with an estimated street value of £200,000. The discovery came after officers executed a warrant at a property … Read More

Monday, September 22, 2025 assault weston-super-mare police investigation injuries baildonroad crime emergency cctv avon

Two individuals sustained serious injuries following a violent assault on a residential street in Weston-super-Mare early Monday morning. At approximately 6:20 a.m. on September 22, Avon and Somerset Police responded to … Read More