POLICE, CRIME AND ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR UPDATE ISSUE 82: 16 NOVEMBER – 13 DECEMBER 2023
CRIME STATS Over the last month there has been a decrease in reported crime, from 641 to 594. Theft and violence against the person have increased slightly, with a decrease in public
order offences and vehicle crime. As always, the police would like to encourage everyone to report any criminal activity witnessed.
OFFENDER SENTENCED AFTER ATTEMPTED MOTORCYCLE THEFT On 23 October 2023 an incident took place in Berkeley Square, Clifton involving the attempted theft of a motorcycle. The incident involved three masked individuals attempting to steal a motorcycle and threatening members of the public with a hammer. On 22 November 2023, a 17-year-old suspect was issued a six-month prison sentence for the offence, with a second 16-year-old suspect arrested and charged in relation to the incident. The second individual is due to reappear in court in February 2024 after pleading not guilty. A charging decision is being sought from the Crown Prosecution Service for a third suspect interviewed over the matter. Fortunately, the attempted theft was unsuccessful, and nobody was harmed. Local city centre neighbourhood police Inspector Adam Dolling explained: ‘The actual
incident which stunned onlookers at the time was captured on camera as it took place. It was subsequently posted online and went viral, receiving many thousands of viewings. The police are very grateful for the clarity of the footage taken by a quick-thinking member of the public, which made great evidence in the investigation and helped bring offenders to justice.’ During a hearing at Bristol Magistrates’ Court, the 17-year-old receiving the custodial sentence admitted to charges of attempted robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, breach of bail conditions, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance. In addition to the six-month Detention and Training Order, a 12month Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) was