Crime

The hit-and-run took place last month Picture: Google

12-year-old pedestrian hit by car in Dorchester

A 12-YEAR-old girl was hit by a car in Dorchester – and the driver failed to stop at…

The EA said the pollution could have easily been avoided Picture: EA

Dorset farmer fined heavily after polluting more than two miles of river

A DORCHESTER dairy farm has been faced with an eye-watering bill after it was discovered it…

Benjamin Cross, Bradley Paddick and George Berry. Both Berry and Cross played leading roles, police said Pictures: Hampshire & Isle of Wight Police

Gang who stole £2 million worth of cars across Wiltshire, Dorset and Hampshire jailed

A GANG who stole 107 vehicles from driveways in the middle of the night when owners…

Police are trying to identify the victim so they can speak to him Picture: Google

Man arrested following alleged racially aggravated assault in Sherborne

A MAN has been arrested after another man was reportedly grabbed by his face and verbally…

The owner of the car was spoken to by officers after allowing the man to drive the vehicle without a licence or insurance Picture: Dorchester Police

Car seized after being driven without licence and insurance

POLICE seized a car in Dorchester this week after they discovered the driver did not have…

Police said an investigation is underway Picture: Dorset Police

Gang of balaclava-wearing men attack and rob teenager in Dorchester

POLICE have launched an appeal after a teenager had his bank card stolen by a group…

Police appeal following dog attack in Gillingham

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a dog reportedly attacked another dog in Gillingham last month. A…

Man charged with attempted murder following Sturminster Newton stabbing

A 20-YEAR-old Weymouth man has been charged with attempted murder after a man was stabbed in…

Police said to expect increased activity as their investigation continues Picture: Google

Third arrest made following suspected stabbing in Sturminster Newton

POLICE have now arrested three people in connection with a reported stabbing in Sturminster Newton earlier…

Dorset remains one of the safest places to live in the UK according to crime reported Picture: Dorset Police

Witness appeal after jewellery stolen from Marnhull home

POLICE are appealing for information after a home in Marnhull was burgled last month.