Children, aged seven and nine, injured in crash: Yeovil man arrested
TWO children – aged seven and nine – were among four people seriously injured in a crash on the…
Dorset still one of safest counties, says police chief in annual report
DORSET’S chief constable has praised the dedication of officers, staff and volunteers after a year of intense demand and…
Arrest made in case of stolen red cocker spaniel Gerry from Dorset property
AN arrest has been made in the case of red cocker spaniel Gerry – who was allegedly stolen from…
Gold medals, pearl necklace and silver christening cups stolen in burglary
POLICE investigating a burglary in North Dorset have released a list of sentimental items that were stolen. Between Thursday, December…
Man sentenced following hunt incident three years ago
OFFICERS have successfully secured a criminal behaviour order (CBO) following a report of assault and theft at a hunting…
Drug-driver Jack Brownless hit a wall and swerved across road before arrest
DRUG-DRIVER Jack Brownless struggled to understand basic questions from police after being stopped on the A39 near Wells, Somerset. The…
Police investigate suspicious activity outside schools
POLICE are investigating reports of suspicious activity outside schools in Dorchester and have reassured the community that measures are…
Sturminster Newton retailer reports third attack on festive display
A BUSINESS in Sturminster Newton says its Christmas spirit “will not be defeated” after vandals targeted its festive display…
Help shape future of support for sexual assault victims in Dorset
VICTIMS of rape and serious sexual assault are being asked to speak out and help shape how services are…
Councils unite to call for stronger police presence in North Dorset
TOWN councils in North Dorset are raising concerns over what they describe as inadequate police coverage in their communities. Shaftesbury…
