TAUNTON: Witness appeal after robbery in Taunton
A mobile phone was taken during a robbery in Taunton on Friday 20 September.
We are investigating the crime that happened at about 4.35-4.45pm in the Longrun Meadow area.
An unknown man threatened the victim - who is a teenage girl - with a wooden branch and demanded she handed over her phone before running away with it in the direction of French Weir Park.
The girl was fortunately physically unharmed and returned home. She was met by officers, in the company of her family, that evening to help us understand what had happened.
We are issuing CCTV showing a man who we wish to speak to in connection with our enquiries.
He is described as in his late teens or 20s, white, about 5ft 6-7ins, with blue eyes. He was wearing black clothing and a balaclava, but the victim thinks he had blond or light brown hair.
An attempted robbery was reported in the same area at about 3.30pm on Wednesday 25 September and we are keeping an open mind whether the two crimes may be linked.
The local neighbourhood team has been made aware and are planning additional high-visibility patrols in the area.
Witnesses or anyone with information that could assist our investigation is asked to call 101 and give reference number 5224248945 or contact us via our online form.
06.10.2024
TAUNTON: Two arrested following Taunton drugs warrant
A 24-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman were arrested on Wednesday 2 October after Neighbourhood Police Officers in Taunton carried out a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant in the Corporation Street area of the town.
During a search of the property, suspected cocaine, ketamine, cannabis, and drugs supply equipment were located, along with a number of weapons including knuckledusters and a Zombie-style knife. Mobile phones and cash were seized, and a dog suspected to be a banned breed (XL bully) was taken into kennels.
Both occupants were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class A drug, possession with intent to supply a class B drug, possession of an offensive weapon in a private place and possession/having custody of a banned breed.
They were questioned and have been released under investigation whilst our enquiries continue.We’re thankful to the public for continuing to provide us with information that helps us plan and carry out proactive operations. If you have concerns about potential drug activity happening in your area, please report to us by calling 101, submit a report via our website or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. Even the smallest amount of information can help us build a fuller picture of what’s going on in the area.
06.10.2024
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