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Bristol Post
Bristol Post
National
Jack Donoghue

Why a police helicopter was circulating over Bristol today

A police helicopter was involved in a search today after a van was stolen in Downend, Bristol.

Police officers searched the area following the theft, with assistance from a helicopter.

The vehicle was later found in Soundwell, and enquiries into its theft are ongoing.

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A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset police said: "We were called at just after noon today (Monday, October 25) following the theft of a van in Downend.

“An area tour was conducted by officers, with assistance from the police helicopter.

"The vehicle was later recovered in the Soundwell area.

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"Enquiries into the theft of the vehicle are ongoing.”

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