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If you were on the number 13 morebus at around 10.30pm on Tuesday 24 March and witnessed this incident, contact the police.

Dorset Council issued 80 Fixed Penalty Notices in 2025, which is double the number given in the previous year.

The Force reports that, over recent months, it has been successful in tackling shoplifting thanks to digital theft packs.

During Operation Scorpion, which brought together the five South West police forces, more than 100 people were arrested.

Bournemouth Town Neighbourhood team numbers will be boosted by an additional 11 officers in the coming weeks.

The authority carried out a series of underage sales test‑purchasing checks of tobacco at seven retail premises in east Dorset.

Adam James Michael Crawford was found guilty of several offences including burglary, theft, fraud and aggravated vehicle taking.

The three men, members of an organised crime group, were jailed at Bournemouth Crown Court on 6 March following an investigation.

Dorset Police are working with charities to signpost the support that is available to women and girls who could be victims of violence.

Callum Giddins, 22, is to spend three years in prison and Casper Blackmore, 19, has been handed an 18-month suspended sentence.