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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Four charged after biker injured in hit and run
Four people have been charged with causing grievous bodily harm after a biker was left seriously injured in a hit and run. The incident happened two months ago on Hareclive Road in Hartcliffe, south Bristol, at about 17:30 BST on 29 May. The 19-year-old man, who had been riding an off-road motorbike, required hospital treatment but has since been discharged. Harrison Dodds, 18, from Hengrove, Zak Goldsmith, 18, from Knowle, and two boys aged 16 and 17 who cannot be named because of their age, have now been charged with conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of a blade in a public place and handling stolen goods, Avon and Somerset Police said. More news stories for Bristol Watch the latest Points West Listen to the latest news for Bristol Three other people were arrested in connection with the incident, one remains on conditional bail while no further action will be taken against the other two, the force added. Det Insp Rob Blake said: "These charges mark an important milestone in our investigation, with all the defendants having been remanded into custody ahead of their first court appearance." He thanked members of the public who responded to a police appeal for information and urged them not to post material that could breach the defendants' right to a fair trial. Follow BBC Bristol on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Related internet links Avon and Somerset Police
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Four charged after biker injured in Bristol hit and run
Four people have been charged with causing grievous bodily harm after a biker was left seriously injured in a hit and incident happened two months ago on Hareclive Road in Hartcliffe, south Bristol, at about 17:30 BST on 29 19-year-old man, who had been riding an off-road motorbike, required hospital treatment but has since been Dodds, 18, from Hengrove, Zak Goldsmith, 18, from Knowle, and two boys aged 16 and 17 who cannot be named because of their age, have now been charged with conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of a blade in a public place and handling stolen goods, Avon and Somerset Police said. Three other people were arrested in connection with the incident, one remains on conditional bail while no further action will be taken against the other two, the force Insp Rob Blake said: "These charges mark an important milestone in our investigation, with all the defendants having been remanded into custody ahead of their first court appearance."He thanked members of the public who responded to a police appeal for information and urged them not to post material that could breach the defendants' right to a fair trial.
BBC News
15-07-2025
- BBC News
Bristol school children call for free bus travel all year
Children in one area of Bristol are calling for year-round free bus travel after it was announced there would be not be a charge for summer travel for West of England Mayor has agreed to fund trips for under 16s during school holidays but a young campaign group from Hartcliffe says that's not children are planning how they'll use their free bus travel this summer. Nine-year-old Isabel says she'd like to go to the beach and nine-year-old Tommy would like to see Weston Pier. Honey, who's 10, said: "I would like to go see a river and some ducks or something that gets me and my family out for a bit." It was six years ago that children from Room 13, an independent artists' studio based at Hareclive Primary, began their campaign. They visited Helen Godwin — a city councillor at the time — to make their since become West of England Mayor and has given free bus travel for under 16s during the six-week response to their request for year-round free travel she said: "Obviously if I could I would."At the minute it's not something that is feasible to do but I can guarantee that I will always be listening to young people." The children of the original campaign are all grown up now but it's still a pupil of Room 13, Mackenzie Kane, said: "I mainly want them to explore the centre and the museums. A lot of Bristol's major museums are free. Getting to them is now free. Realistically the only thing getting in their way is the effort now."Ingrid Skells, Development Worker at Room 13, said: "Of course there are going to be other factors but the fact that they can get around their city and access everything, that gives children a huge amount that they're not getting in some parts of this city."Eight-year-old Garima added: "I would love to go somewhere that I've never been before and explore Bristol."
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Yahoo
Enquiry after primary pupil takes knife into school
A school has contacted police over allegations that a primary school pupil threatened other children with a knife. It is claimed the Year Six pupil at Bridge Learning Campus in Hartcliffe, Bristol, confronted other children after lessons on Friday. No one was injured in the incident, with a spokesperson for the school telling the BBC "immediate action" was taken "in line with our established safeguarding procedures". They added that cases like this were "incredibly rare" and would be treated with the "utmost seriousness", with parents encouraged to contact the school directly with any concerns. Follow BBC Bristol on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Knife confiscated from pupil at primary school
The Independent
14-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Labour's £20m commitment to a ‘forgotten' housing estate
Hartcliffe, a housing estate in Bristol, is set to receive up to £20m in Labour funding for community-led regeneration as part of a new 'trailblazer neighbourhood' initiative. Residents express optimism about the potential investment, which they hope will address years of neglect and broken promises, particularly for vital community facilities like the Hartcliffe Community Centre. The funding aims to empower the community by giving them control over how the money is spent, addressing concerns about past top-down approaches and ensuring lasting change. Local figures like Kirsty Green, manager of the Hartcliffe Community Centre, and 85-year-old resident Charlotte Gardiner highlight the area's potential and the urgent need for investment after decades of being overlooked. Despite the positive outlook, concerns remain about whether the £20m will be enough, as highlighted by former councillor Paul Smith.
