A car was badly damaged in the crash, in Shaftesbury, on Tuesday. Pictures: Dorset Police

Man detained after dramatic crash in Shaftesbury street

Paul JonesAugust 6, 20250 Comment0

FOUR people allegedly fled a vehicle after a crash in Shaftesbury on Tuesday morning (August 5).

The incident, in Allen Road, happened at around 10.45am, police said, with four people allegedly running away after the crash, with one person detained.

“If you saw anything or have any information, CCTV or dashcam footage, that could help us identify and locate the individuals who left the scene, please get in touch,” said a Dorset Police spokesperson.

“We rely on our local community to help us to bring offenders to justice. Your information could allow us to be in the right place at the right time to apprehend them.

“If you were one of the individuals fleeing from the scene, we urge you to do the right thing and contact the police.”

Anyone with information should contact Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference 55250115124.

A car was badly damaged in the crash, in Shaftesbury, on Tuesday. Pictures: Dorset Police

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Paul Jones

I am the editor in chief of Blackmore Vale media, which includes the New Blackmore Vale, New Stour & Avon, Salisbury & Avon Gazette and the Purbeck Gazette, having been a reporter for some 20 years. In my spare time, I am a festival lover, with a particular focus on Glastonbury. I live in Somerset with my wife and two children.