'Shocking and concerning' figures reveal rise in violent youth crime in Somerset
Avon and Somerset Police youth crime statistics hit a three-year high with violent offences making up over 50 per cent of all crime involving youths.
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Molly is a local digital reporter for the Somerset County Gazette, Midweek Herald and the Chard and Ilminster News, specialising in the East Devon and South Somerset areas. She is a keen lover of cosy cafes, cats and a good pub.
Molly is a local digital reporter for the Somerset County Gazette, Midweek Herald and the Chard and Ilminster News, specialising in the East Devon and South Somerset areas. She is a keen lover of cosy cafes, cats and a good pub.
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