TWO young men had their catapults confiscated in Poundbury, Dorchester after a car and houses in the area were damaged.

Dorset Police said they were made aware of a small number of houses and a car being damaged by what they believe to be a catapult.

Officers embarked on targeted patrols in the area and spotted two young men who were reportedly acting suspiciously near Peverell Avenue East on Friday evening (August 29).

The pair then ran off after spotting the officers, but were subsequently stopped and searched.

Both were found with catapults, ball bearings and marbles which were seized by officers.

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They were then returned home and their parents were informed of what happened.

The catapults and ball bearings that were seized Picture: Dorchester Police

Police said they will both be interviewed in “due course” and added that enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding the recent damage is asked to contact Dorset Police via https://orlo.uk/SAYS3 using reference number 55250125879.

“Please continue to report any issues or concerns to us, so we can direct our patrols accordingly and take positive action,” a police spokesperson said.

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