Series of metal thefts reported in West Dorset in one night
A teenager and two men have been arrested
Last updated 23rd Oct 2023
Three metal thefts reported in West Dorset over one night are being linked by police - with three people arrested.
Dorset Police tell us incidents happened in the Preston area of Weymouth; and on London Road and Coburg Road in Dorchester; last Thursday (19th October).
All the incidents are believed to have had the same vehicle involved.
Officers stopped a vehicle on the A35 in Dorchester shortly afterwards - arresting a 16 year old boy and two men aged 19 and 29, all from Gravesend in Kent, on suspicion of theft.
Sergeant Matthew Love, of West Dorset police, said:
“An investigation is underway and I am keen to speak to anyone with information that may assist my enquiries.
“If you saw a white van acting suspiciously in any of the areas mentioned on Thursday 19 October 2023, please contact Dorset Police.
“Finally, I would encourage anyone who suspects that metal may have been taken from their property recently to please get in touch.”
If you can help with any information is asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55230166304.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.