A 14-YEAR-OLD has been charged in connection with a disorder in Bridgwater town centre in which two officers were also assaulted.

Avon and Somerset Police said a 14-year-old girl has been charged with three counts of causing actual bodily harm after a disorder on Friday, June 7, took place on Fore Street.

The force also added a 15-year-old was arrested and released on conditional bail for further enquiries to be carried out.

A police spokesperson said: “We’ve charged a 14-year-old girl in connection with a disorder in Bridgwater town centre.

“Officers were called to Fore Street at around 11pm on Friday (June 7) following the disorder which involved a number of people.

“Three people have reported being assaulted, while two officers were also assaulted while dealing with the incident. The injuries were primarily bruising.

“A 14-year-old girl has since been charged with three counts of causing actual bodily harm, one count of affray, and one count of assaulting an emergency worker.

“She appeared at Taunton Magistrates’ Court earlier today (June 10) and has been released on conditional bail to attend a hearing at the same court on Wednesday, June 26.

“A second person, a 15-year-old girl, was also arrested and has been released on conditional bail for further enquiries to be carried out.

“We continue to encourage members of the public to report incidents of anti-social behaviour to us so they can be investigated.

"Always call 999 in an emergency, otherwise please contact us on 101, or through our website via this link.

“An investigation into this incident is continuing and if anyone has footage or information which could assist us, please contact us.

“If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5224147269, or complete our online appeals form.”