Overview
- Officers dispersed gatherings at Aztec West, St Phillips and Purdown after reports late on New Year’s Eve into the early hours of New Year’s Day.
- Estimated crowds included 400–500 people at Aztec West, about 400 at St Phillips and at least 100 at Purdown, according to Avon and Somerset Police.
- At St Phillips, items were thrown at officers and their vehicles as Feeder Road was closed, and a deployed drone helped identify suspects leading to two arrests.
- One person arrested at Aztec West on suspicion of drug‑driving, possession and supply remains in custody, and two vehicles containing sound equipment were seized.
- Several attendees required medical treatment for injuries or suspected drug‑related illnesses, and police said further enquiries and potential prosecutions are ongoing.