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Man charged in connection with house collision
Ryan Lampert, 26, from the Millands, Somerton, will appear at Taunton Crown Court on Monday 13 July.
In Court 16 June 2026 -
Movement of stolen machinery targeted in rural crime crackdown
Several vehicles were stopped and checked to ensure they’re not involved in criminality, and several arrests were made in connection with suspected offences during a day of action in Somerset.
Campaigns 16 June 2026 -
‘There is no us and them’: Police officers and staff survivors of domestic abuse explain how to report
In a powerful new video, our police officers and staff who have lived through domestic abuse explain how to report abuse and gather evidence that could support an investigation.
Campaigns 16 June 2026 -
Patchway property making neighbours’ lives a misery closed by police and partners
The court order prohibits access to the property for a period of three months, helping to prevent further anti-social behaviour and providing immediate relief to the local community.
In Court 16 June 2026 -
Jail term for man convicted of trafficking and brothel keeping offences
The 62-year-old man was sentenced to more than four years in jail.
In Court 16 June 2026 -
Four arrested following fail-to-stop collision in Bristol
Four people remain in police custody following the fail-to-stop collision in Oxford Place, in Easton, on Friday 12 June.
Arrests 15 June 2026 -
Man arrested following incident in Pill
A man in his thirties has been arrested following reports of someone acting in a threatening manner in Pill yesterday (Sunday 14 June).
Arrests 15 June 2026 -
Police step up drink and drug drive enforcement during FIFA World Cup
We’ll be carrying out enhanced patrols and roadside checks during England's FIFA Men's World Cup matches this month as part of Operation Limit, a national campaign targeting drink and drug drivers.
Campaigns 15 June 2026 -
Behind the neighbourhood nomination: Jim Breakwell
“Neighbourhood policing is the best job in policing. You get to do a little bit of everything, and I think it’s where you can make the biggest difference.”
Good News 15 June 2026 -
Witness appeal after A358 fatal collision near Ilminster
A van driver sadly died in the collision on the A358 today (Sunday 14 June).
Appeals 14 June 2026