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‘Beloved’ lollipop lady, 49, killed after car crashes into mother-of-four with drink driver jailed

Ashley Billing, 39, was sentenced to nine years in prison over the death of Rebecca Ashmead, 49

The Independent UK

Two teenage killers detained for life for murdering innocent boys in Bristol

Mrs Justice May said the youths had caused great pain to the families of Max Dixon and Mason Rist.

Evening Standard

Sentencing of double murderers hears of ‘rivalry’ between areas of Bristol

Max Dixon and Mason Rist, who were best friends, were attacked in a case of mistaken identity.

Evening Standard

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Gunman obsessed with Dunblane and US mass killings is jailed for life

A GUNMAN who was accused of planning a mass shooting has been jailed for life after being convicted of a string of weapons, ammunition and…

The National (Scotland)

Wetherspoon issue update after car crashed into Bristol pub

Avon and Somerset Police confirmed a man has been released on police bail after being arrested in connection

Bristol Post

Avon and Somerset Police ‘institutionally racist’, chief constable says

Sarah Crew said issues of race, sexism and homophobia were present at her force.

The Independent UK

Boy, 16, stabbed to death in Bath named

The boy fatally stabbed has been named as Mikey Roynon by Avon and Somerset Police

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Lidl food thieves threaten staff with weapon before running off in Brislington

Avon and Somerset Police have released CCTV images of two men officers wish to talk to in connection with the incident

Bristol Post

Respected Avon & Somerset police officer 'did not turn maverick and trade drugs', misconduct panel told

He has been accused of gross misconduct but denies the allegations

Bristol Post

Avon & Somerset Police Federation head criticises chief officers' calls for more power to sack cops

The Government is reviewing how police are dismissed following concerns about rogue officers allowed to keep serving

Bristol Post

Inspectors say Avon and Somerset Police ‘needs improvement’ in investigating crime

A year-long inspection found several areas where the short-staffed police force requires improvement

Bristol Post

Kill the Bill riot anniversary passes off peacefully

Around 200 people marched on Bridewell police station to commemorate to disorder that saw violent clashes with police officers on March 21 2021

The Independent UK

Nearly half of Avon & Somerset Police officers are fresh out of college

Chief Constable says she understands public dissatisfaction but it will take years to get recruits up to speed

Bristol Post

Unknown man 'shouted at' and punched victim 'multiple times' in Bristol

The victim suffered a swollen jaw, a nose bleed and forehead pain as a result of the attack in Redfield last year

Bristol Post

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Police discover body in search for missing 20-year-old man from Wales

Avon and Somerset Police has updated the family of Jake Jones

Bristol Post

Burned-out caravan set on fire 'deliberately' in South Gloucestershire village, police say

Avon and Somerset Police has launched a public appeal for witnesses following the blaze in Alveston

Bristol Post

Harvey Nichols assault claims in Bristol sparks police investigation

Avon and Somerset Police said it is looking into the allegation and counter-allegation from the incident which unfolded outside the city centre store between a teenage woman and a security guard

Bristol Post

‘Several’ Avon and Somerset Police officers still serving despite gross misconduct rulings

Police forces across the country are coming under scrutiny for their vetting and disciplinary practices

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Bristol Post

CCTV footage released after laptop and games console stolen from Ashton home

Avon and Somerset Police has released CCTV footage of a man it wishes to speak to in connection with the incident

Bristol Post

Wanted man convicted of Bristol kidnapping and robbery still at large

Guled Aidid is still wanted by Avon and Somerset Police after being sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in jail during a trial which was held in his absence

Bristol Post

Motorcyclist suffers life-changing injuries in Bristol city centre crash

Avon and Somerset Police said the biker's next of kin have been informed about the incident which led to multiple roads to be closed off while emergency services dealt with it

Bristol Post

Police 999 appeal for missing Patchway teen

Avon and Somerset Police said 15-year-old Andrew was last seen at about 2pm on January 23 and is known to visit areas across Bristol and South Wales

Bristol Post

Police arrest 346 people for 'driving under the influence' in winter crackdown

The number is an increase from last year

The Independent UK

Some left needing surgery after dozens injured in double-decker bus crash

Avon and Somerset Police had declared a major incident after the crash on the A39 Quantock Road, in Bridgwater.

Bristol Post

169 people arrested in Christmas police operation targeting drink and drug drivers

"What you can’t ever measure is the impact that has on the wider public and their long-term behaviour."

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