Avon and Somerset Police4 days agoPolice arrest man in rape investigationThe man is in police custody, while two other men have been released under investigation.4 days ago5 days agoExtra police patrols after woman raped in lanePolice say people will be "understandably shocked and upset to learn about this awful crime". 5 days ago7 days agoPolice chief admits staffing level 'is disturbing'Chief constable says ratio of officers to the population in force area has been historically low.7 days ago26 Mar 2026Two pharmacy workers charged with stealing drugsPolice began investigating when an East Somerset pharmacy reported some of its stock was missing.26 Mar 202625 Mar 2026Arrest after woman falls ill from sample vapeA man is in custody on suspicion of administering a noxious substance and drug supply offences. 25 Mar 202623 Mar 2026Police warn 'there is no safe way to strangle'A police and crime commissioner launches the campaign around the dangers of choking during sex.23 Mar 202623 Mar 2026Two people injured in two vehicle collision on A303The road has reopened between Crewkerne and Ilminster and an investigation is under way.23 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Baby's murder 'could not be foreseen', report saysDaniel Gunter was jailed for life after he killed his two-week-old son in a hospital.17 Mar 202613 Mar 2026Cash, drugs and weapons seized in police raidsWest police forces crack down on what one senior officer calls "abhorrent" crimes.13 Mar 2026...
