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A prolific burglar who targeted homes over three consecutive days has been jailed
By Jake Brewer – BAJ Accredited Journalist. The offences took place between Thursday 17 July and Saturday 19 July 2025 at addresses in Bournemouth. During one incident in Strouden Avenue, offenders broke into a property while the occupants were upstairs asleep. A wallet, car keys, jewellery and other items were stolen. The stolen car keys […]
Speeding in Dorset’s 20mph Zones: What New Police Data Reveals
By Jake Brewer – BAJ accredited journalist| 26 February 2026 Fresh data from Dorset Police has revealed how effectively the county’s expanding 20mph zones are being enforced — and where drivers are still being caught out. As Dorset continues its push to improve pedestrian safety, newly disclosed figures show a combination of mobile speed cameras, […]
Police Appeal After Staff Member Injured During Attempted Theft in Poole
Police are appealing for information following an attempted theft at a Co-op store in Poole that left a staff member with minor injuries. At around 4pm on Monday 15 December 2025, a man entered the Co-op on Wareham Road and attempted to steal alcohol. A member of staff intervened, during which they were pushed into […]
Intensive Week of Proactive Policing Targets Child Sexual Abuse in Dorset
A week of intensive proactive policing to tackle child sexual abuse across Dorset Police has delivered significant results, with arrests, charges and safeguarding measures carried out as part of a coordinated national effort. The activity formed part of a child sexual abuse intensification week led by the National Crime Agency in partnership with the National […]
Knife Offender Sentenced as Dorset Police Step Up Efforts to Reduce Knife Crime.
A man from Dorchester has been sentenced to prison after being found in possession of a knife in a public place, as Dorset Police reiterates its commitment to tackling knife crime across the county. On 19 February 2026, police officers stopped and searched 32-year-old Adrian Hurst in Dorchester, discovering a 7.9 cm Stanley blade in […]
Appeal to locate missing 79-year-old man in Bournemouth
Officers are carrying out searches and appealing for information to help locate a missing man in Bournemouth. David, aged 79, was last seen in the Southcote Road area at around 3pm on Thursday 19 February 2026. He is described as five feet four inches tall with short grey hair. He was last seen wearing glasses, […]
Officers from Weymouth and Portland Neighbourhood Policing Team seize van following suspicious activity
Officers from the Weymouth and Portland Neighbourhood Team spotted a silver Ford Transit van driving towards Weymouth this afternoon along Portland Beach Road. The vehicle has been of interest to Dorset police for some time. When officers attempted to engage with the driver, he was not keen to speak with them and quickly turned off […]
Police Appeal Following Fatal Collision Near Wareham
Officers investigating a fatal road traffic collision near Wareham are appealing for witnesses and anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward. Dorset Police received a report at 8.42pm on Wednesday 18 February 2026 of a single-vehicle collision involving a black Volvo V70 on Morden Road. Emergency services attended the scene; however, an 18-year-old male […]
Dorset Police Chief Constable to Retire This Summer After More Than 33 Years’ Service
After more than 33 years of distinguished service in policing, including three years as Chief Constable of Dorset Police, Amanda Pearson has announced her intention to retire this summer. Chief Constable Amanda Pearson said: “It has been both an honour and a privilege to lead the Force in the county where I live. With enormous […]
Man to Appear in Court Following Rape Investigation in Weymouth
A 63-year-old man is due to appear in court in connection with a reported rape in Weymouth following what detectives have described as a detailed and extensive investigation. Dorset Police said officers received a report at 10.37pm on Sunday 18 February 2024 expressing concern for the welfare of a woman in her 20s in the […]