A blue Mini pulled out in front of a motorcyclist on Canford Magna Road at the junction with Queen Anne Drive on Tuesday 8 February causing the rider to come off their bike. The Mini failed to stop at the scene.

Dorset Police received the report at 6.24pm.

The male motorcyclist sustained minor injuries.

Police Constable Mark Palmer, of the traffic unit, said: “I am appealing to anyone who was in the area and witnessed what happened to please come forward.

“I would like to hear from anyone with dashcam footage of the incident that may help my enquiries.

“Finally, I would like to appeal to the driver of the Mini to come forward so that we can take your account of what happened.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/do-it-online, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220022349. Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.