Police on the Lufton Trading Estate in Yeovil after reports of gunfire. Pictures: Avon & Somerset Police

Armed police sent to Yeovil after reports of gunfire on trading estate

Paul JonesOctober 2, 20250 Comment0

A GUN is believed to have been fired from a car in Yeovil on Wednesday afternoon.

Armed police and the force helicopter responded to the incident, at the Lufton Trading Estate, at around 12.45pm.

An Avon & Somerset Police spokesperson said “nobody was injured”, while “those responsible quickly left the scene in the same car”.

“Searches of the nearby area were out by firearms officers on the ground with the support of the National Police Air Service helicopter, but proved negative,” they said.

“A car believed to be have used in the incident, a red 4X4, has since been located and seized.”

Inspector Roseanna Green added: “We know the news of this incident is likely to cause concern, but we’d like to reassure everyone we have not found any information to suggest there is a wider risk to the general public.

“Officers remain at the scene today carrying out vital work as part of this investigation. Detectives are following up on all lines of enquiry to track down those responsible.

“To make sure we are there for the community, extra patrols are planned in the area. Anyone with concerns is urged to speak to those officers who will be happy to stop, listen and support where possible.”

Anyone with information about the incident should contact police on 101, quoting reference number 5225275680, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.