Watch CCTV footage of masked men armed with iron bars raiding home in Alderholt
Dorset Police is appealing for witnesses to come forward
Last updated 5th Mar 2021
Three masked men have raided a home in Alderholt armed with iron bars in broad daylight.
Between around 2pm and 3.30pm on Wednesday (3rd March) a burglary occurred at an address in Hillbury Road.
It is reported that a man knocked on the front door of a property while the occupants were out.
Shortly afterwards, three men are believed to have hopped over a fence and gained access to the property via the back door.
They carried out a search inside the address and numerous items.
We've spoke to the victim, Jon Lucas, who was out on a bike ride when it happened.
He said watching the footage back was frightening:
"The reason why I was upset because in the CCTV footage you can see the dog is doing his best.
"But, they had already hit the dog we found out.
"It's just very upsetting and I just don't want anyone else to go through it to be quite honest."
Jon added that even though Alderholt is a quiet village, his home had been targeted before at Christmas.
This led him to installing CCTV cameras in case it happened again.
Detective Sergeant Karen Penn, of Dorset Police’s Priority Crime Team, said:
“Officers have been carrying out a number of enquiries into this incident so far, including an examination of the scene and house-to-house visits.
“I am issuing CCTV images of three men I would like to try and identify as part of my enquiries. While I appreciate they have their faces covered, I am hoping someone may recognise them from their build and clothing. If anyone has any information about who they are, please get in touch.
“I am also keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in the Hillbury Road area around the relevant time.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police, via email or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210035313.
Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.
Video Credit: Jon Lucas