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145 knives recovered during week of action to tackle knife crime in Avon and Somerset

Last week, officers from Avon and Somerset Police took part in Operation Sceptre, a national week of action which sees police across the country intensify efforts to reduce the number of knives on our streets. Key highlights and successes of the operation include: 32 weapons sweeps resulting in the recovery…

Campaigns 29 Nov 2021
Residents warned to be vigilant following spate of burglaries in parts of South Bristol and North Somerset

We are encouraging residents in Bedminster, Long Ashton and Southville to ensure their sheds and outbuildings are secure following a number of burglaries across these areas between last Wednesday (16 Oct) and Saturday (19 Oct).

Campaigns 23 Oct 2019
Do you really know what your short-term rental property is being used for?

Anti-Slavery Day - Do you really know what your short-term rental property is being used for?

Campaigns 17 Oct 2019
Avon and Somerset Police part of successful NSPCC online safety day

Officers from Avon and Somerset Police’s Topaz Child Exploitation Team contributed to highly successful ‘Somerset Day of Action’ in partnership with the NSPCC and O2 after hundreds of people from across the county took the opportunity to brush up on their online safety knowledge.

Campaigns 30 Aug 2019
Please don’t pocket-dial 999

Nearly 400 hours of police time were spent on abandoned 999 calls last month.

Campaigns 16 Aug 2019
Summer firearms surrender starts

Hand in illegal or unwanted weapons anonymously

Campaigns 19 Jul 2019
The facts around using your mobile phone while driving

Recent figures from RAC show that more drivers are using their smartphones while driving

Campaigns 08 Apr 2019
Getting fit for 2019? You need to #JogOn

Practical tips and advice on how to stay safe and confident whilst exercising outdoors

Campaigns 21 Jan 2019
Taking the office out of the station

Our officers now have laptops and mobiles which reduce the amount of time they need to spend in the station and increase their time out and about in your community

Campaigns 19 Nov 2018
What happens if I drive without insurance?

Common questions drivers have about insurance answered

Campaigns 12 Nov 2018