Broadstone moped theft

A teenager was arrested following the theft of a moped in Broadstone and subsequent driving offences.

It was reported that a black Lexmoto was stolen from outside the Junction Sports and Leisure Centre between 6pm and 8.30pm on Friday 29 May.

It was further reported that the vehicle was see driving dangerously in the area of the Stinsford Road Roundabout and Darbys Corner Roundabout before the rider was detained by an off-duty officer with assistance from a member of the public in Lower Blandford Road at around 9pm.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested and was subsequently released on bail.

Police Constable Harrison Downer, of Poole police, said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident, and I would urge any witnesses or anyone who may have captured any relevant dashcam footage to please make contact with us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260079103. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.