News: Prevention
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Enlisting help of jewellers and cab drivers to help tackle ‘courier fraud’
Criminals posing as trusted officials are coercing victims to help with 'investigations'
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Closure order for Bristol property linked to drug supply and anti-social behaviour
Bristol Magistrates' Court granted the three-month closure order for a flat in Hollidge Gardens, Bedminster, on Tuesday 10 June.
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New BBC iPlayer film shows the team working to end night-time exploitation
Documentary follows our Night Light team working alongside on-street sex workers to protect vulnerable children.
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Facebook Marketplace Sellers Beware – Counterfeit Cash
Laptops, game consoles and mobile phones have been purchased with counterfeit bank notes.
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Police launch co-ordinated effort to prevent and disrupt youth crime in Bridgwater
Anti-social behaviour and youth violence offences have been on the rise in Bridgwater, causing concern among residents and local authorities.
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Court orders property closure over ASB
The police anti-social behaviour team worked with residents and the Yeovil neighbourhood policing team to present evidence of the issues to the court.
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‘It’s scary how convincing they are’ – victim advises people to be wary of courier fraud scams
Last year the were 60 reports of courier fraud made by people in Avon and Somerset, but the true figure is likely to be much higher.
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Public warned of fraud dangers to help reduce number of repeat victims
Fraud protect officer Jordan Coates, who has experience working for Avon and Somerset Police and has recently joined SWROCU, was invited to speak at an event in London.
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The realities of county lines and child exploitation
We work closely with schools and partner agencies to not only identify children at risk of exploitation and put diversion and intervention tactics in place, but to reach those who are already involved and help them to access treatment and support.
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Student safety – knowing how to keep yourself and your belongings safe
We want students to enjoy their time here without stress or worry so here are our tips on how to stay safe and protect yourself and your property as you settle into student life.