Ringwood burglar to spend six years in prison
Thomas Harold Coker of Ringwood targeted the homes of elderly women in Bournemouth for his crimes.
Thomas Harold Coker of Ringwood targeted the homes of elderly women in Bournemouth for his crimes.
Colin Shields broke into a house in Watcombe Road and stole cash and jewellery boxes containing sentimental pieces.
The burglars stole from five units, taking cash and charity boxes, and attempted to get into four other premises.
Anyone who was on the forecourt of the garage in the early hours of 2 October and has dashcam footage is asked to contact the police.
A Bournemouth woman has been sent to prison after stealing from a property in Windham Road in 2023.
The theft happened in Southbourne sometime between 11 and 12 May and police are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed suspicious activity.
Overall crime in the county fell by 1.1 per cent in 2024, making Dorset one of the top 10 safest areas in the country, but some crimes increased.
Anyone who witnessed this attempted burglary on 17 April or who has CCTV footage should contact Dorset Police.
A food bank in Wimborne was broken into during the Easter bank holiday weekend.
A fire engine was damaged in the break-in and the Service is hoping the perpetrators were captured on a home CCTV.