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Two Young Men Killed in Avon Shooting Allegedly Linked to Drug-Related Robbery Incident

AVON, Indiana – Two young men lost their lives in a shooting on Glensford Drive in Avon Thursday evening, as confirmed by law enforcement. According to the Avon Police Department, 20-year-old Samual Oliver of Plainfield and 20-year-old Patrick Day of Avon were the victims of the shooting. The incident is believed to be related to a drug-related robbery that occurred near a vehicle in the Park Place neighborhood, resulting in an exchange of gunfire that …

Deaths Linked to Avon and Somerset Constabulary Prompt Calls for Alternative Crisis Response

Bristol, England – New data has revealed a concerning number of deaths related to interactions with the Avon and Somerset Constabulary during the last fiscal year. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has expressed worries about the heavy reliance on police as first responders for individuals in vulnerable crisis situations. In the 2022-23 financial year, six deaths were linked to Avon and Somerset Constabulary. These included one death in police custody, one resulting from …