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Driver seriously assaulted at Sparkford roundabout

Tue 21 Feb 2017
By John Smith
Driver seriously assaulted at Sparkford roundabout

Avon and Somerset Police have issued the following appeal for witnesses to a serious assault that took place at the Sparkford roundabout. The victim, a man in his 60s, was seriously injured and had to be airlifted to hospital.

Police appeal for witnesses to accident on Anchor Hill roundabout

Mon 20 Feb 2017
By John Smith
Police appeal for witnesses to accident on Anchor Hill roundabout

Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious two-vehicle collision which took place at 5:05pm on Saturday 11th February 2017 on the A357 Anchor Hill roundabout. Both drivers sustained minor injuries, but a passenger was taken by air ambulance to Southampton Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Safety Mats Stolen from Children’s Play Area

Fri 18 Dec 2015
By John Smith
Safety Mats Stolen from Children’s Play Area

Sometime overnight on Wednesday 2nd December, twelve safety mats were stolen from under the swings in the children’s play area of Cale Park. Vehicle tracks were plainly visible from the swing area to the entrance of the park.

Local Man Arrested After West Hill Drink-Drive Incident

Wed 10 Jun 2015
By John Smith
Local Man Arrested After West Hill Drink-Drive Incident

On Friday 5th June, Wincanton resident Toby Newton was arrested on a drink-drive charge after being involved in a traffic incident on West Hill. Police later charged Mr Newton with several motoring offences.

Car Blaze in Memorial Hall Car Park

Thu 7 May 2015
By John Smith
Car Blaze in Memorial Hall Car Park

At around 2.00am on the morning of Monday 4th May, a car parked in the far south east of the Memorial Car Park was set ablaze. Devon & Somerset Fire brigade believe that this was a deliberate act of arson.

Two Wincantonians Prosecuted for Bruton Hit-and-Run

Wed 31 Dec 2014
By John Smith
Two Wincantonians Prosecuted for Bruton Hit-and-Run

Following extensive investigations in to the death of elderly Bruton man David Hick after a hit-and-run accident, Somerset and Avon Police have announced that they will now be prosecuting the people they believe to be responsible.

Co-op Robbery Update – Two Charged & Appear in Court

Fri 19 Dec 2014
By John Smith
Co-op Robbery Update – Two Charged & Appear in Court

A man and woman from Wincanton appeared in court on Tuesday 16th December charged with conspiracy to commit a series of robberies across central and south Somerset.

Masked Raid at KFC – Can CCTV Footage Help Identify Suspects?

Wed 3 Dec 2014
By John Smith
Masked Raid at KFC – Can CCTV Footage Help Identify Suspects?

Following a break-in to Wincanton’s KFC in September by a crew of three would-be robbers, Avon and Somerset police have now issued CCTV footage of the suspects and are appealing for information.

Wincanton Knife Attack Leaves Man Injured UPDATED

Sun 30 Nov 2014
By John Smith
Wincanton Knife Attack Leaves Man Injured <small style='color: red;'>UPDATED</small>

A man was attacked in Angel Lane, Wincanton, by a man wielding a knife and left requiring hospital treatment on Wednesday 26th November. Police have issued a description of the assailant – can you help?

Wincanton Co-Op Robbed by Armed Thief

Fri 21 Nov 2014
By John Smith
Wincanton Co-Op Robbed by Armed Thief

On Wednesday 12th November an armed robber entered the Co-Op store and threatened a member of staff just before closure of the store at the end of the day (around 9:55pm).

Two Re-Arrested for Hit-and-Run Fatality in Bruton

Tue 11 Nov 2014
By Avon & Somerset Police
Two Re-Arrested for Hit-and-Run Fatality in Bruton

Police have re-arrested a 46-year-old man and 31-year-old woman from Somerset in relation to the 'fail-to-stop' incident, which led to the death of 84-year-old David Hick in Bruton.

Elderly Dog Walker Dies After Hit-and-Run Incident in Bruton UPDATED

Mon 20 Oct 2014
By John Smith
Elderly Dog Walker Dies After Hit-and-Run Incident in Bruton <small style='color: red;'>UPDATED</small>

On the evening of 14th October an elderly gentleman walking to his local shop with his dogs was hit by a vehicle on Cole Road, Bruton. Despite attention at the scene he later died of his injuries.

Police Raid Wincanton Industrial Unit in Search of Drugs UPDATED

Sun 12 Oct 2014
By John Smith
Police Raid Wincanton Industrial Unit in Search of Drugs <small style='color: red;'>UPDATED</small>

Avon & Somerset Police raided an industrial unit on the Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Wincanton, on Thursday 25th September, discovering around 100 cannabis plants.

Break-In at Wincanton Community Church – Police Appeal for Witnesses

Tue 11 Feb 2014
By John Smith
Break-In at Wincanton Community Church – Police Appeal for Witnesses

Sometime between Friday 31st January and Sunday 2nd February, the Wincanton Community Church was broken into. Police are appealing for anyone in the area during that period with information to come forward to help solve this callous crime.

Wincanton PCSO's New Beat Surgery - A Fresh Approach to Community Policing

Tue 10 Dec 2013
By John Smith
Wincanton PCSO's New Beat Surgery - A Fresh Approach to Community Policing

Local policing can be a sensitive subject in any conversation. However our local PCSOs are trying to take a fresh approach by working smart to reach out to the wider community. Weekly beat surgeries will take place at our Morrisons store.

Large Number of Templecombe Sheep Killed in Animal Attack

Fri 15 Nov 2013
By John Winfield
Large Number of Templecombe Sheep Killed in Animal Attack

Owners of land at Temple Lane in Templecombe were shocked and horrified when they discovered a large number of their sheep dead or dying on the morning of Tuesday 12th November 2013. Police are appealing for information.

Wincanton Car Owner is a Target of Sustained Vandalism

Fri 8 Mar 2013
By Anonymous
Wincanton Car Owner is a Target of Sustained Vandalism

A Wincanton resident's car has been deliberately attacked three times since June 2012, causing costly damage on each occasion. Can you help identify this person captured on CCTV? He may be able to help police with their enquiries.

Castle Cary Identifies Local Priorities in PACT Meeting

Tue 26 Feb 2013
By Charlie Allen
Castle Cary Identifies Local Priorities in PACT Meeting

Castle Cary held its first Partner and Community Together (PACT) meeting for several years on Tuesday 19th February. I would like to thank all who attended to have their say on local priorities. Read on to find out about the issues identified by the public as being of the highest priority.

Recent Police Reports - January 2013

Fri 1 Feb 2013
By Mandy Forsey / Tim Russell
Recent Police Reports - January 2013

Avon and Somerset Police report on the latest incidents in the area, from attempted burglary to smashed windows and car crime.

Milborne Port Thefts, January 2013

Tue 22 Jan 2013
By
Milborne Port Thefts, January 2013

Police are investigating two recent theft crimes in Milborne Port and request information from anyone seen acting suspiciously in the area.

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