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Police launch new appeal 30 years on from murder of Melanie Hall

Melanie Hall, 25, was last seen at Cadillacs nightclub in Bath in the early hours of June 9 1996 following a night out with friends

The Independent UK · Mar 4

Camilla hears real-life 999 call on visit to police control room

The Queen was visiting the Avon and Somerset Police headquarters to learn about their work tackling domestic abuse.

Evening Standard · Feb 12

Bob Vylan hope police decision on Glastonbury set ‘inspires others to speak up’

Avon and Somerset Police said ‘no further action’ will be taken following an investigation into comments made during the punk duo’s Glastonbury set.

Evening Standard · Dec 24, 2025

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Father found guilty of murdering premature baby son in hospital

Daniel Gunter ‘crushed’ his son Brendon’s head, shattering his skull

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2025

Bob Vylan announce another last-minute gig amid post-Glastonbury investigations

The punk duo are being investigated by Avon and Somerset Police over their Glastonbury Festival set.

Evening Standard · Jul 11, 2025

Update in case of Rivals actor arrested on set on assault charge

He says he now wants to return to the Disney+ show

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Assault charge dropped against Rivals actor arrested on set

Nigel Adams was arrested while filming at Berkeley Castle in Gloucestershire.

Evening Standard · Jul 7, 2025

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Police launch investigation into Kneecap and Bob Vylan Glastonbury performances

Avon and Somerset Police said the two performances have been recorded as a public order incident

The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2025

‘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 · Jan 10, 2025

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 · Dec 19, 2024

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 · Dec 19, 2024

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) · Jan 12, 2024

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 · Jul 10, 2023

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 · Jun 16, 2023

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The Independent UK · Jun 12, 2023

Boy, 16, stabbed to death in Bath named

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

Bristol Post · Jun 5, 2023

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 · May 23, 2023

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 · Apr 25, 2023

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

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Bristol Post · Mar 29, 2023

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

The Independent UK · Mar 21, 2023

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

Bristol Post · Mar 14, 2023

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 · Mar 13, 2023

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

Wales Online · Mar 11, 2023

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 · Mar 7, 2023

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 · Feb 14, 2023

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

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