Police issue advice after three garage burglaries in North Dorset

Power tools and hand tools were stolen during the three garage burglaries in a rural area of North Dorset

Author: Lizzie Coutts Published 9th Sep 2025

Dorset Police are appealing for information and have issued advice after three garage burglaries in a rural area of North Dorset.

The three incidents occurred between Thursday 4 September and Sunday 7 September 2025 in Fontmell Magna and Ashmore.

Power tools and hand tools were stolen.

Police Constable Matt Saunders, of the local neighbourhood policing team, said: “We would like to reassure the community that an investigation is underway into these reported burglaries.

“As part of our enquiries, I am asking anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the areas over recent days to please get in touch.

“If you think your garage was broken into and you have not spoken to police, please get in touch. If a crime is in progress, always dial 999.”

You can find information and advice on how to keep your garage secure, by visiting this website: Keeping your shed or garage safe and secure | Crime prevention | Dorset Police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250132524.

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