Hate crime incident in Bournemouth
An incident which involved an imitation firearm, took place in Manor Road on Saturday 23 August and police are appealing for witnesses.
An incident which involved an imitation firearm, took place in Manor Road on Saturday 23 August and police are appealing for witnesses.
Following violent protests that took place in Weymouth on Sunday, a local man was arrested and has now been charged.
Reports of hate crimes have fallen in Dorset, with convictions increasing, but Dorset Police are urging people to report them.
If you witnessed this despicable incident on a disabled man you are asked to contact Dorset Police with any information.
If you were in the car park of Wickes in Somerford Road, Christchurch and have any dashcam footage or you witnessed the incident Dorset Police are keen to talk to you.
The Crown Prosecution Service has revealed that the proportion of those convicted of a hate crime who were given a tougher sentence is higher than ever.