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Forcewide account covering Bristol, Bath, Somerset & South Glos. Not monitored 24/7. Report crime: bit.ly/1fCWq50 Make complaint: bit.ly/2YPBpTF
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    We are releasing an image of a man we would like to speak to in connection with an incident involving a child on a bus in Bristol. A girl, in her teens, alighted the number 45 bus to Redfield in the city centre at 8.20pm on Saturday 4 July. โžก๏ธ Read more: orlo.uk/6b6Fm
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    Do you know any of these women? We want to identify who they are and then speak to them as part of our ongoing enquiries into a shoplifting incident in Worle on Monday 8 June. If you can help us, please call 101 ref 5226161283, or contact us online.
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    CCTV appeal after shop theft in Worle | Avon and Somerset Police
    From avonandsomerset.police.uk
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    Missing Lacey, 13, may have travelled to #Bristol from #Lancashire, where she was last seen on 16 July. She has local links & a Bristol accent. Lacey is 5ft 4 with long brown/dyed blue hair & had blue dye on her face & hands. Pls call 999 ref 5226200954 with info.
    A girl with long brown hair in a ponytail, smiling at the camera. She's white and in her early teens. Alongside is the text: Missing- can you help? Can you help us to find missing Lacey, 13? Lacey, 13, is believed to have travelled to the Bristol area from her home in Lancashire. She has links to Bristol and Bath and speaks with a Bristol accent. She was last seen at 10am on Thursday 16 July in Cleveleys, Lancs, wearing a navy-blue hoody, black flared leggings and white trainers and carried a black leather tote bag. Lacey is about 5ft 4ins tall, of medium build and white with very long brown/dyed blue hair in a ponytail. She had drawn black lines on her face and had blue hair dye on her face and hands.  If you know where Lacey is, please call 999 quoting reference 5226200954, or call 101 with any other information.
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    Avon and Somerset Police
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    Jul 17
    A man has been charged with 18 offences after burglaries in South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Somerset, and Wiltshire. It follows an investigation into burglaries where cars were stolen. He is due at Bristol Crown Court in August.
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    Man charged with theft and burglary offences | Avon and Somerset Police
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    Jul 17
    Emergency services are responding to concerns for the safety of an individual. The M5 is shut in both directions between J23 (Puriton) and J24 (Bridgwater South), as well as the A39 Bath Road near the junction with Bower Lane. These closures are necessary on safety grounds.
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    Jul 17
    The #M5 in #Somerset near #Bridgewater is closed in both directions between J23 #Puriton & J24 #Huntworth due to a police led incident. @ASPolice are on scene. Current delays of 15 minutes on approach, with 1 mile of congestion in both directions. Info: nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updatesโ€ฆ
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    @ASPolice
    Jul 17
    We're pleased to say this incident has come to a safe resolution. The M5 and A39 have both been reopened, but there is congestion. We'd like to thank the public for their patience and understanding during these necessary closures to keep everyone safe.
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    Jul 17
    The #M5 in #Somerset near #Bridgewater is closed in both directions between J23 #Puriton & J24 #Huntworth due to a police led incident. @ASPolice are on scene. Current delays of 15 minutes on approach, with 1 mile of congestion in both directions. Info: nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updatesโ€ฆ
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    Jul 16
    A man, in his nineties, is in hospital after being injured in a RTC in Ilminster. The incident, involving a white car, happened on the Tesco petrol station forecourt in Ditton Street at about 7.45am on Tuesday 14 July. Witnesses call 101 ref 5226195298.
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    Witness appeal after Ilminster fail-to-stop collision | Avon and Somerset Police
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    Avon and Somerset Police
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    Jul 16
    A new national Police Performance System has been launched. Avon and Somerset Police has been assigned to Level Two, which sees forces in the top level requiring the least support or intervention. Our full statement can be read here: orlo.uk/i4c3n
    Quote by Sarah Crew alongside blue flashes and Avon and Somerset Police crest:  "The progress weโ€™ve made has not happened by accident and has been achieved through the commitment, professionalism and persistence of our officers, staff and volunteers, who care deeply about the communities they serve."
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    Jul 15
    โš ๏ธDISTRESSING CONTENTโš ๏ธ Today James Stock was jailed for 20 years the attempted murder of his then partner near Weston-super-Mare. He repeatedly tried to strangle Caroline Goddard, but she bravely called police partway through the 45-minute attack. avonandsomerset.police.uk/news/2026/07/mโ€ฆ
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    Jul 15
    Caroline, known to many as Caz, has allowed us to share her story to help encourage other victims and survivors of domestic abuse to speak out. DC Olivia Stewart praised Caroline's 'incredible courage' as it helped put Stock behind bars and keep people safe.
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    Jul 15
    A drug dealer has been jailed for five years and seven months after quantities of crack cocaine and heroin were seized by officers. Karl Burchell, 27, of Briary Road in Portishead, was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court on Tuesday 30 June. โžก๏ธ Read more: orlo.uk/y5vQ6
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    Avon and Somerset Police
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    Jul 15
    We've secured a closure order against a property in Montpelier, Bristol, due to its ongoing associationย with drug supply and anti-social behaviour. The order was obtained against the property from Bristol Magistratesโ€™ Court on July 8. โžก๏ธ Read more here: orlo.uk/uskJn
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    Jul 15
    Colleagues at @AvonFireRescue are dealing with a large fire at a recycling centre at #Avonmouth. People living / working nr Merebank Rd are urged to keep doors & windows closed & stay indoors where possible. There may be some disruption to travel.
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    We're currently responding to a large fire in the Kings Weston Lane area of Avonmouth. Local residents should keep windows and doors closed to stop smoke from getting into your home or business....
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    Avon and Somerset Police
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    Jul 15
    Replying to @ASPolice and @AvonFireRescue
    Kings Weston Lane is currently closed between the A403 St Andrews Road and Long Cross due to the ongoing fire in Merebank Road #Avonmouth - drivers please seek alternative routes and avoid the area if at all possible.
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    Avon and Somerset Police
    @ASPolice
    Jul 15
    Latest from @AvonFireRescue: orlo.uk/buHs9 Crews are scaling back their response to a fire in Avonmouth, but roads remain closed. Do continue to close windows/doors if you see/smell smoke. We understand the impact but pls bear with us all as we work to keep you safe.
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    We're currently responding to a large fire in the Kings Weston Lane area of Avonmouth. Local residents should keep windows and doors closed to stop smoke from getting into your home or business....
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    Avon and Somerset Police
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    Jul 15
    Some good news for you this morning - John, 59, missing from Weston-super-Mare yesterday, Tues 14 July, has been found & is safe. We're very grateful to the people who called in with information which helped us to find him, and everyone who shared the appeal. Thank you. ๐Ÿ’™
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    Avon and Somerset Police
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    Jul 14
    We are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision in Bath Road, in West Harptree yesterday (13 July). Sadly, a man was died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with them. If you can help, call 101 ref 5226194866:
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    Witnesses sought following fatal collision | Avon and Somerset Police
    From avonandsomerset.police.uk
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