FOUR people have been arrested in Burnham-on-Sea “for a variety of offences including theft and racially aggravated public order”.

The incidents happened on the High Street on Saturday, August 17.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "The four individuals arrested following the incident on Saturday, August 17, have been released on conditional bail.

"Among their conditions is not to return to the Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge area.

“Officers from our Neighbourhood Policing are working with partners to stop such offending and other anti-social behaviour.”

The spokesperson also said: “On the 17th of August 2024 at approximately 5.15pm, we received multiple calls regarding a group of youths who were involved in multiple incidents including thefts and public order on the High Street in Burnham on Sea as well as surrounding roads.

“We made four arrests for a variety of offences including theft, going equipped to steal and racially aggravated public order.

“The investigation is ongoing.

“We would like to thank all the members of the community who assisted with information, evidence and supporting attending officers.

“It is with your help that we can detain those who are a risk to our communities.

“Please keep reporting any information you may have that can help us to catch the perpetrators of crime.

“Regardless of age, we will pursue offenders.

“Call us on 999 for emergencies.

“Call us on 101 for non-emergencies.

“Contact Crimestoppers for anonymous reports 0800 555 111.”