Teenager charged following disorder in Bridgwater

Avon and Somerset Police were called to Fore Street on Friday night (June 7th)

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 10th Jun 2024

A 14-year-old has been charged after what police are describing as disorder in Bridgwater.

Officers were called to the town centre on Friday night (June 7th) - following the incident on Fore Street, which they say involved a number of people.

The teenager has been released on conditional bail ahead of a court appearance later this month - whilst a 15 year old has also been released on conditional bail pending further enquiries.

In a statement, a spokesperson from Avon and Somerset Police said: "Three people have reported being assaulted, while two officers were also assaulted while dealing with the incident. The injuries were primarily bruising.

"A 14-year-old girl has since been charged with three counts of causing actual bodily harm, one count of affray and one count of assaulting an emergency worker. She has appeared at Taunton Magistrates’ Court and has been released on conditional bail to attend a hearing at the same court on Wednesday 26 June.

"A second person, a 15-year-old girl, was also arrested and has been released on conditional bail for further enquiries to be carried out.

"An investigation into this incident is continuing and if anyone has footage or information which could assist us, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5224147269.

"We continue to encourage members of the public to report incidents of anti-social behaviour to us so they can be investigated. Always call 999 in an emergency, otherwise please contact us on 101, or through our website."

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