Crime

Drugs seized as police step up ASB patrols

POLICE have stepped up patrols across Sturminster Newton in a bid to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and drug-related activity…

Police want to trace this person after a suspected arson attack in Sherborne. Picture: Dorset Police

CCTV appeal after fire started in suspected arson attack at Dorset police station

OFFICERS want to trace this person after a suspected arson at Sherborne police station. The incident, which involved a fire…

The derelict property was badly damaged by the blaze. Picture: Sherborne Fire Station

Road closure will be in place for weeks after fire at derelict Sherborne property

AN “emergency road closure” is being put in place in Sherborne – at the scene of a “suspicious”…

Five-year ban after woman filmed repeatedly beating dog

A WOMAN who was caught on camera repeatedly mistreating two defenceless dogs has been banned from keeping animals, in…

Ella Cook, pictured right, and left with partner Kai Poa-Tams. Pictures: Avon & Somerset Police

Warminster pair jailed over ‘racing’ crash that killed woman, 26

A FAMILY has paid tribute to “deeply loving partner, daughter, sister and friend” Ella Cook, of Warminster, who passed…

Suspected fuel thieves caught in early-morning stop

POLICE are appealing for information after discovering suspected stolen fuel during a…

Copper wiring stolen in burglary at commercial site

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a break-in at a commercial site in Gillingham left significant damage and stolen…

First-of-its-kind charter launched to address gambling harm

A NEW push to tackle the hidden impact of gambling harm is underway in Dorset, as police leaders warn…

Reckless arson explosion puts entire street at risk

A DEVASTATING explosion that rocked a quiet Mere street in the early hours has led to a prison sentence…

Family home drug ring busted as dealers jailed

A MAJOR drugs operation run from a Dorset home has been dismantled after police uncovered a huge stash of…