The body found in Watchet on Thursday has been confirmed as Richard Scatchard, from Minehead. We've updated his next of kin, as well as the family of Kelly Faiers because we wanted to speak to him in connection with her death. Full statement ⬇️ orlo.uk/zBAaZ

We're appealing for witnesses following a collision on the A38 near Wellington yesterday. A motorcycle and bicycle collided at approximately 1.15pm with two people being taken to hospital. If you saw the collision, please call 101 and quote 5224094992. orlo.uk/0ZwgB

We're sad to report a man has died in a collision on the A39, near Porlock, at about 6.30am today (Monday 22 April). His family have been updated and our thoughts go out to them. The road remains closed while enquiries are carried out at the scene. orlo.uk/1QptQ

A prolific Taunton shoplifter has been given a custodial sentence and Criminal Behaviour Order. Daniel Westcott, 33, of Kershaw Close, was arrested last week and charged with six counts of shoplifting. He then pleaded guilty to the offences. More ⬇️ orlo.uk/I89fq

On Sunday we issued an appeal for help finding 16-year-old Jayden who was missing from Bristol. We're pleased to report that he was found safe and well last night. Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal, it really helps.

Next week work will start on the refurbishment of the former Seahorse Centre to provide a new police station in Minehead. We are expecting the work to be completed by late autumn. Find out more about the project 👇 avonandsomerset.police.uk/news/2024/03/w…

A 39-year-old man appeared in court yesterday and admitted breaking into the same Taunton café twice in the same day. Edward Hayes, of no fixed address, was recalled to prison and told to pay compensation to the owners of the café. Full report 🔽 orlo.uk/pe2c9

Dashcam and witnesses are sought after a fail-to-stop collision between a grey Ford Transit and a bike in Mantle Street, Wellington at about 8.45am on Thursday 30 May. Contact us online or on 101 and give log number 215 of 30 May. orlo.uk/7z3t9

A 37-year-old man has been charged after people were threatened in Stogumber on Tuesday. He is due to appear at Taunton Magistrates' Court today charged with possession of a bladed article and common assault. orlo.uk/SwdC6

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.

We're appealing for witnesses to a four-vehicle collision on the A39 at Venniford Cross on Saturday 22 June to come forward. No serious injuries were reported. If you witnessed the collision or have dashcam footage call 101 and quote log 674 of 22 June. orlo.uk/CsGDS

Police enquiries have been completed at French Weir Park, in Taunton, after a man's death earlier this week. While there is no known risk to the public, we're conducting extra patrols so please talk to us if you have concerns. Full update ⬇️ orlo.uk/RTG8V

A man has been arrested after officers carried out a drugs warrant in Wellington last week. The 21-year-old was arrested for several offences including being in possession of class A and class B drugs following the warrant on 1 August. Read more here ⬇️ orlo.uk/qgIzP

We are appealing for the public's help after boat engines were stolen in the Exmoor area. Ten boats were targeted at Wimbleball Lake, near Dulverton, between 10pm on 11 August and 5am on 12 August. If you can help, call 101 ref 5224211179. orlo.uk/2OpBl

A man's been remanded in custody by magistrates after being charged with burglaries & attempted burglaries in Bridgwater, North Petherton & Taunton. He's charged with six offences between 29 July & 12 Aug & appeared at Taunton Magistrates today, 20 Aug. orlo.uk/cjufl

Two men have been arrested after an incident in Belvedere Road, Taunton. Both are receiving medical treatment, albeit neither has sustained injuries that are considered life-threatening. Witnesses are asked to contact us online or on 101 ref 5224224436. orlo.uk/d6DQ6

A man has been charged with cannabis production after property in Wellington was searched last week. He was remanded and will be in court again next month. Anyone who suspects drug activity is happening in their community is asked to report it. orlo.uk/DEgf0

A 46-year-old man has today been jailed for life for the murder of Jordan Simcock in Ruishton earlier this year. Michael Drake, of Duke Street in Taunton, was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court today having been found guilty of murder yesterday. orlo.uk/UoiPx

A woman, 46, from Bude was remanded in custody to await sentence after admitting assaulting two women & four police officers in Castle Green, Taunton, on Tues 27 Aug. She’s due to be sentenced on 25 Sept. orlo.uk/8quWg

We are appealing for the public's help after a motorcycle was stolen in Taunton. The bike was stolen from Rossiter Road on 29 August. It has since been recovered and returned to its rightful owner. If you saw anything suspicious, call 101 ref 5224227722 orlo.uk/rB5Rp