The 12-year-old child was injured
18:19, 08 Sep 2025Updated 18:50, 08 Sep 2025
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A child was punched and kicked by a gang of teenagers in Yate.
The child, 12, was attacked by three teens in St Mary’s Park at around 5.30pm on Saturday, September 6.
The victim suffered scratches and pain in the head.
Neighbourhood Policing Inspector Stephen Baines said: “We have met with the victim and her family and provided them with reassurance and taken initial statements. They are being supported by officers and the investigation is progressing.
“We have also been in contact with the relevant schools and are providing them with support and guidance around safeguarding.
“It is our primary focus to ensure that appropriate safeguarding measures are in place to protect all individuals involved.
“We are aware of numerous social media posts circulating which name the parties involved. We would like to remind the public not to identify juveniles involved in the criminal justice process.
“We urge everyone to exercise caution and responsibility when posting online, and to avoid speculation and to refrain from sharing names or other identifying details.
“We thank the public for their cooperation and understanding and we would like to reassure them that this incident is being treated seriously and we continue to update the victim and their family.”
Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for information from anyone who witnessed what happened.
If you were in the area and saw the incident, or have any information which could aid police enquiries, please call 101 and quote reference 5225251861.