Burglar ran from scene when confronted in Dorchester

He was spotted by one of the occupants.

Author: George SharpePublished 15th Jun 2021

A burglar who reached in through a window in Dorchester ran away when spotted.

Police are investigating the attempted burglary which happened around 7:45pm on Sunday 13th June 2021 in the Lubbecke Way area.

One of the occupants spotted the man reaching inside and screamed. The man ran away toward the Dorchester Recycling Centre.

The offender has been described as white with a heavy tan, aged in his 40s, around six feet two inches tall and of muscular build. He has short dark hair and was wearing a plain white T-shirt.

Police Constable Nathan Boissé, of Dorchester police, said: “Nothing was taken from the property, but the occupants were understandably distressed by this attempted burglary.

“I am appealing for any witnesses or anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area or a man matching the description given to please come forward.

“Also, it was reported that at the time of the incident a 125cc style motorbike was heard leaving the area toward Kings Road. I would urge the rider to come forward as they may have seen something that might be of interest to my investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk**, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210094234. Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at** Crimestoppers-uk.org or call freephone 0800 555 111.

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