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Suspected stolen dog statues recovered by police in Dorchester

TWO dog statues, believed to have been stolen from West Dorset, have been recovered by police.

Officers recovered suspected stolen items, including high-value power tools, gardening equipment and two statues from a vehicle in Dorchester on January 7.

The items are believed to have been stolen from Bridport and the surrounding areas in West Dorset.

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PC Lauren Edwards, of Dorset Police, said: “As part of my enquiries, I am now issuing an image of the statues in a bid to try and find their owner.

“I would ask anyone who recognises them, or knows who they may belong to, to please get in touch.

“Also, if anyone has had a number of STIHL power tools or gardening equipment stolen from the West Dorset area recently, please get in touch with a full description of the item, including serial number, proof of purchase and any other distinguishing marks.

“If the items match the information you provide us, we will be in contact.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police via 101 or by making a report on their website using reference number 55250002574.

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