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A flat in Bridgwater has been closed down after nearby residents were subjected to drug-related anti-social behaviour for 18 months. A closure order was obtained against the property in Wyndham Mews from Taunton Magistrates’ Court. Read more here: orlo.uk/ylcLK

A man has been charged following a burglary in Bridgwater earlier this year. Daniel Finigan, aged 38, has been remanded at HM Prison Hull to appear at Taunton Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday 23 July. Read more here: orlo.uk/uLkSm

A man was arrested on suspicion of assault in Bridgwater yesterday (Sunday 5 January). A woman flagged down an officer at The Clink Retail Park, but left before giving her name. We wish to talk to her and any other witnesses. Call 101 ref 5225003390. orlo.uk/q6t6W

Officers have been responding to an unauthorised music event near Shipham in Somerset. A dispersal notice was issued and led to the music being turned off this morning. Registration numbers of vehicles parked up were recorded to enable further enquiries orlo.uk/bX4E6

Officers have arrested a man following an assault in Bridgwater last Friday (15 Nov). A 35-year-old man was pulled from the river and arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent following the incident in Fore Street at around 8.30pm orlo.uk/G4Qtp

Broadway in Bridgwater is closed near Morrisons following a collision this afternoon. The closure is expected to remain in place for some time. A diversion is in place but we would advise motorists to seek alternative routes.

A man in his 20s has been arrested after a serious assault in Clare Street, Bridgwater this morning. A woman was taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. If you have any information, call 101 and quote 5224240618. orlo.uk/JpB2W

The A38 Taunton Road, in Bridgwater, is closed in both directions today (4 August) following a serious collision. The road is closed from Huntworth Business Park roundabout to Showground Road/Stockmoor Drive roundabout. Motorists are advised to seek an alternative route.

A 27-year-old man has been jailed for three years for the robbery of an elderly woman in Puriton in 2022. Cory Farrar, of Bridgwater, was sentenced at Taunton Crown Court last week. The victim has spoken of the "huge" impact the incident has had. orlo.uk/Gu5aP

We're investigating a report of outraging public decency at about 12.30am on Mon 8 Jul in the Shervage Court area, Bridgwater. We're issuing a photo of a man we hope can help our enquiries. Witnesses, or anyone who knows him, can call 101 ref 5224177583 orlo.uk/BQBZ1

Do you recognise this man? Officers wish to speak to him after a woman's handbag, containing her purse, was stolen at Taunton Train Station on Tuesday 28 May. If you recognise him, please call us on 101 quoting reference 5224136545. orlo.uk/nGV0v

We're at a collision on Rowberrow Ln off the A38 nr Shipham. An overturned milk tanker is blocking the road & has spilt its load. Officers were called at about 11.20am today Sun 30 June. The driver has gone to hospital by ambulance as a precaution. Please avoid the area.

Thanks to good neighbours in Bridgwater, a burglary suspect was arrested just three hours after the crime on Thurs 27 June. We're grateful for the prompt action of the witness. Enquiries continue: if you can help pls call 101 ref 5224166638. More orlo.uk/CqBwN

The M5 is closed n-bound from jnc 25 Taunton to 24 Bridgwater after a lorry collided with a bridge today, Fri 28 June. One person is reported as injured & trapped. Emergency services at scene. Pls seek alternative routes. Pls call 101 with dashcam/info ref log 145 of today.

A 36-year-old man who breached his civil injunction eight times has been jailed. Kyle Pople, of no fixed address, was jailed after he was found guilty of breaching the injunction between 26 April to 11 May this year. Read more here ⬇️ orlo.uk/WNxc2

Officers are appealing to find the owner of a bike which was recovered in Bridgwater. The yellow Giant bike was located at around 1.45am on Sunday 5 May. If you know someone who owns this bike, please call 101 and quote reference 5224114483. orlo.uk/Z9oy1

A 41-year-old man is due in court today after a number of incidents in Bridgwater on Friday night (17 May). Kelvin Weeks, of no fixed abode, has been charged with offences including arson with intent to endanger life and aggravated taking of a vehicle. orlo.uk/HopvP

*UPDATE* The A370 at East Brent has reopened following the earlier collision.

The A370 Weston Rd, East Brent is partially closed following a two-car collision around 10.40am on Thurs 16 May. Police, fire & ambulance attended & thankfully there are no injuries. One lane reopened at 11.30am but traffic is slow - pls avoid the area pending vehicle recovery.

A Cannington pub had cash stolen during the early hours of Tuesday 30 April. A man has been arrested and enquiries continue. We know the image is of low quality, but we want to talk to these two men. Call 101 ref 5224109708 if you can help us. orlo.uk/btZ6i