Police
FACT CHECK | The truth about crime, protests and policing costs at the Bibby Stockholm
For more than two years, the Bibby Stockholm accommodation barge in Portland has been at the centre of public debate, with claims ranging from soaring crime to excessive policing costs. Official figures released by Dorset Police now provide the clearest picture yet of what actually happened during Operation Avocet – the policing operation established to […]
Police issue image in appeal following alleged racially aggravated incident at Poole Retail Park
Police investigating a reported racially aggravated incident at Poole Retail Park are appealing for the public’s help to identify a man as enquiries continue. The incident was reported to have happened at around 10.30am on Sunday 14 June 2026 at Poole Retail Park in Redlands, where a member of staff was allegedly subjected to racial […]
Beach Violence Erupts in Bournemouth as Police Quell Major Disorder and Make Three Arrests
Police officers responding to serious disorder on Bournemouth beach were able to prevent further violence and protect members of the public from harm, according to Dorset Police. The incident unfolded at around 6pm on Tuesday 26 May 2026 near the Pier Approach area of the beach, where a fight involving a large number of people […]
Major Road Closures in Kinson Following Significant Water Leak
Motorists and residents are being urged to avoid parts of Wimborne Road in Kinson following a significant underground water leak that has caused major safety concerns. Wimborne Road is currently closed between the Northbourne Roundabout and The Broadway, with an additional closure in place further along the road between Avebury Avenue and Pinewood Avenue. The […]
Weymouth Woman to Appear in Court Following Fatal Dorchester Collision
A 54-year-old woman is scheduled to appear in court later this month in connection with a fatal road traffic collision that occurred in Dorchester last year. The legal proceedings follow a comprehensive investigation by Dorset Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Team into an incident involving a vehicle and a cyclist on Bridport Road. Incident Summary The […]
Police Appeal After Indecent Exposure Incident in Weymouth
Officers are appealing for witnesses and information following a report of indecent exposure in Weymouth. The incident was reported to have happened near the bus stop by Littlemoor Shopping Centre on Littlemoor Road at around 12.30pm on Friday 15 May 2026. A woman in her 20s was walking in the area when she noticed a […]
Dorchester Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Seizure and Court Summons
A woman from Devon is due to appear in court following a late-night police stop in Dorchester that resulted in the seizure of suspected drugs. Officers on patrol stopped a vehicle on Kings Road in Dorchester last night after carrying out routine policing activity in the area. Police subsequently searched the vehicle and its two […]
Romance Fraud in 2025: More Than £102 Million Lost Across the UK
Romance fraud continues to have a devastating impact on individuals and communities across the United Kingdom. New figures reveal that 10,784 people reported being victims of romance fraud in 2025, with combined financial losses exceeding £102 million. In Dorset alone, victims lost a staggering £786,000. Behind every statistic is a person who believed they had […]
Second stabbing in a month sparks concern as attempted murder probe launched in Weymouth
A second stabbing in the space of weeks has raised fresh concerns in Weymouth, after police launched an attempted murder investigation following a serious early-morning incident. The latest case follows a previous assault in the town, where a 19-year-old man was reportedly stabbed on a Thursday evening—prompting an earlier police investigation and increased patrols. Early-hours […]
Did You Notice the Increased Police Presence Around All Saints Academy This Week? Here’s What We Know
Residents and parents in Weymouth may have noticed a heightened police presence around All Saints Academy earlier this week, prompting understandable concern and curiosity within the local community. Both Dorset Police and the school have now issued statements to clarify the situation—and importantly, to reassure families that there is no ongoing threat. Why Were Police […]