Spate of thefts from vans in Crossways
Dorset Police are stepping up patrols after a string of recent incidents
Local officers are appealing for information following a series of break-ins to vans in Crossways.
There were a total of five incidents reported to Police on Saturday 28 November, Sunday 29 November and Monday 30 November 2020.
All of the break-ins happened when it was dark and items stolen include gardening and power tools.
Police Community Support Officer Alison Donnison, from the local neighbourhood policing team, said:
"We are investigating this series of offences and I am appealing to anyone who has witnessed any suspicious activity in the area overnight recently to please contact us.
“I would also urge anyone who has come across tools being offered for sale in unusual circumstances locally to get in touch."
"Officers will be increasing patrols in the area and I would like to take this opportunity to encourage residents to remain vigilant, make sure they leave their vehicles secure and not to leave any tools or valuable items in them overnight."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police by calling 101 and quoting occurrence number 55200180016.
Alternatively you can phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.