Man charged after car hits parked vehicles in Bridport

Two men were seen running away from the scene on South Street

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 20th May 2024

A car's hit several parked cars in Bridport, with two men seen running away.

The incident happened at around 2.20am yesterday morning (Sunday 19th May) in South Street.

A gold coloured Rover was involved.

Three people were also reportedly taken to hospital, but their injuries are not believed to be serious.

A 28 year old man from Bridport has been arrested and charged with dangerous driving, failing to stop and failing to report after a road accident, and driving when alcohol level is above the limit.

PC Shaun Elliott, of Dorchester police, said:

“While someone has been charged for these offences, we are continuing to investigate this incident and full circumstances of how it occurred.

“I would urge any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to please contact us.

“I am also keen to hear from any motorists who were driving in the vicinity and may have captured relevant dashcam footage.”

If you can help with any information, you're asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55240074493.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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