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👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋I'm PC Dan White (0276) I joined Dorset Police in 2010 as a Special Constable before becoming...
07/09/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I'm PC Dan White (0276) I joined Dorset Police in 2010 as a Special Constable before becoming PCSO in 2015. I then moved into the Police Constable role in 2017 and into NPT this year.

From an early age, I knew that I wanted to become a Police Officer, and I remain passionate about helping people, protecting the vulnerable, and making a real and lasting difference within the community.

What I enjoy most about neighbourhood policing is being able to work directly with local residents to tackle the issues that matter most to them. 🚓👣 I particularly enjoy getting out on foot patrol because it gives me the opportunity to meet residents, listen to concerns, offer reassurance and build relationships. While much of our work happens behind the scenes, I want people to know their local officers are always working hard to support and protect them.

My favourite thing about this area is the people. Bridport and the surrounding communities are full of friendly, welcoming residents who care deeply about where they live. The conversations I have every day remind me why I joined policing in the first place.
The issues I am most passionate about are those where I can make a tangible difference to victims and vulnerable people. Protecting those at risk and holding offenders accountable is an important part of my role.

When you see me out on patrol, I want you to feel safe, reassured and confident that your local police are here for you. I want residents to know that I am approachable, happy to listen and genuinely interested in the issues affecting our communities.

A few quick facts about me:

🍵 Tea (white, no sugar!) is my drink of choice
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 I love spending time with my family
🏉 I'm a keen rugby and Formula 1 fan

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team. You will see further posts over the next couple of weeks introducing the team...

Last night, officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team were joined by colleagues from Dorset Police's Roads ...
06/09/2026

Last night, officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team were joined by colleagues from Dorset Police's Roads Policing Team to carry out a proactive operation in and around West Bay following concerns raised about vehicle-related anti-social behaviour.

The operation saw the deployment of both marked and unmarked police vehicles, as well as police motorcycles, ensuring officers were able to respond effectively to any situation and provide a visible policing presence throughout the area.

A number of vehicles were stopped during the evening, with officers engaging with drivers and carrying out document checks and vehicle inspections. We are pleased to report that no offences or issues were identified during the operation.

While no enforcement action was required, these checks demonstrate our ongoing commitment to addressing concerns raised by the community and ensuring our roads and public spaces remain safe and welcoming for everyone.

The message is clear: vehicle-related anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated, and we will continue to work with specialist policing teams and our partner agencies to identify and address any issues affecting our communities.

Thank you to those who continue to report concerns and support our efforts. Your information helps us direct patrols and resources to where they are needed most.

👮 If you have concerns about anti-social behaviour, you can report them via: 📞 101 💻 https://orlo.uk/pWsm7 🕵️‍♂️ Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at https://orlo.uk/1M3r2

Last night, officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team conducted high-visibility foot patrols across Bridpor...
05/09/2026

Last night, officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team conducted high-visibility foot patrols across Bridport Town Centre following reports of anti-social behaviour associated with teenagers consuming alcohol and concerns regarding possible drug use.

Patrols covered several areas where concerns had been raised, including St. Mary's Playing Fields, the Skate Park, Borough Gardens, Mountfield, and the town centre itself.

During the evening, officers engaged with a number of groups of young people. We are pleased to report that all those spoken to were polite, respectful and engaging, resulting in several positive interactions between officers and members of our younger community.

Importantly, no calls were received reporting anti-social behaviour during the patrol period.

Officers from West Dorset Blue Squad Response also conducted foot patrols throughout Bridport Town Centre later in the evening as part of ongoing efforts to tackle any alcohol-related night-time economy issues and provide reassurance to local residents, businesses and visitors. No incidents were reported, and the town remained calm throughout the evening.

We understand the impact that anti-social behaviour can have on our communities and will continue to carry out targeted patrols in areas of concern, acting on information provided by members of the public.

If you have concerns regarding anti-social behaviour, underage drinking, drug activity or other issues affecting your area, please report them to Dorset Police via 101, online at https://orlo.uk/DxqYI, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Thank you to everyone we spoke with last night and for your continued support in helping keep Bridport a safe place to live, work and visit.

04/09/2026

🚓 Bridport Neighbourhood Police Team - Weekly update 🚓

Here's this weeks update from your NPT 👇

🚓 1 x Officer attended a Concern for a suicidal male.
🏡 1 x Community engagement
👣 local priority foot patrols conducted in Town Centres
🔪 Officers attended an incident of a Female with a knife in Bridport town centre, who has been remanded in custody. 🚔
Officers attended an address in relation to a concern for welfare 🚔
🔫 Officers assisted Fi****ms Licencing with the seizure of fi****ms.
🚓 Vulnerable male visited and safeguarded against romance fraud.

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋I'm PCSO Pete Smith (5422) I've been a PCSO for just over 18 years, but my policing journey a...
31/08/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I'm PCSO Pete Smith (5422) I've been a PCSO for just over 18 years, but my policing journey actually began in 1999 when I joined Dorset Police as a Special Constable. After serving as a Special for 9 years, I became a PCSO in 2008. In total I've spent 27 years policing within the Bridport area!

One of the things I love most about neighbourhood policing is the variety including neighbour disputes, and visiting victims of crime, especially those that are more vulnerable like the elderly or with additional needs. I enjoy helping people and arranging support from other agencies when needed, particularly for those who may not have local family or friends to rely on. When I get a little bit of down time , I like to go out on foot patrol as it gives me the ideal opportunity to get out and talk to members of the public, even if its not a work related matter.

One of my favourite things about Bridport is the town itself. It's a friendly and welcoming place, surrounded by beautiful countryside and coastline. 🌳🌊 When you see me out on patrol, I hope you feel safe and reassured. A visible police presence is something that matters to our community, and I know many people appreciate seeing officers on foot patrol around the town.🚶‍♂️🚓

If you have a concern or question, please feel free to:

✅ Stop me while I'm out on patrol
✅ Visit one of our Community Contact Points or Mobile Police Station events
✅ Call 101 for non-emergency matters
✅ Contact us online via https://orlo.uk/NdcCg

A few quick facts about me:
☕ I'm definitely a coffee drinker
✈️ Before joining Dorset Police, I worked for Bridport Aviation Products (later Amsafe) for 15 years
🚗 I also worked as a Parking Enforcement Officer with Dorset County Council

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team.

Officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team responded to reports of a female armed with a knife this morning ...
27/08/2026

Officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team responded to reports of a female armed with a knife this morning within the communal area of a block of flats near South Street, Bridport.

Officers attended swiftly and safely detained the female at the scene. Thankfully, no members of the public were injured during the incident.

Following an investigation, the female was arrested on suspicion of Affray, Possession of a Bladed Article in a Public Place, and five counts of Assaulting an Emergency Worker.

During the incident, officers were subjected to violence and aggression whilst carrying out their duties. Fortunately, no officers sustained any serious injuries.

We understand that incidents involving weapons can cause concern within the community. We would like to reassure residents that reports of this nature are treated extremely seriously, and officers will continue to take robust action against those who pose a risk to others.

We would also like to thank members of the public for their patience and cooperation while officers dealt with the incident.

If you have concerns about crime or anti-social behaviour in your area, please report them to Dorset Police via 101 or online at www.dorset.police.uk. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

27/08/2026

WANTED | Can you help us locate Alex Harrigan in Bridport?

Alex Harrigan, aged 30, is wanted in connection with reports he has breached a domestic violence protection order.

He is described as approximately five feet four inches tall and of slim build with ginger hair and blue eyes.

Police Constable Dan White, of Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Our enquiries are continuing to try and locate Alex Harrigan.

“I am now asking for any members of the public with information to help us locate him – or knows of his whereabouts – to please come forward.

“While there is nothing to suggest he poses a risk to the public, we would urge anyone who sees him to not approach him and dial 999 immediately instead.”

If you see Alex Harrigan, you should dial 999 immediately. Anyone else with other information should call 101, quoting occurrence number 55260131412. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

🚔 Knife Incident in Bridport Town Centre 🚔At around midday today, Dorset Police received reports of a female brandishing...
25/08/2026

🚔 Knife Incident in Bridport Town Centre 🚔

At around midday today, Dorset Police received reports of a female brandishing a knife and making threats towards members of the public in Bridport Town Centre.

Officers quickly attended and located the female on East Street, where she was arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article in a public place and assault by beating of an emergency worker.

The female was subsequently transported to Weymouth Custody, where she was further arrested for an additional offence of assault by beating of an emergency worker.

Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team will continue to take robust action against anyone who carries weapons or threatens others with them. Incidents involving knives are treated extremely seriously, and we remain committed to keeping our communities safe.

📹 Were you a witness?

If you witnessed the incident, or have any CCTV, dashcam, mobile phone footage, or other information that may assist our investigation, please contact Dorset Police quoting reference 55260132599.

📞 Call 101
💻 Report online via the Dorset Police website: https://orlo.uk/PUd1X

🔪 Information about knife carrying

If you have information about anyone carrying knives or involved in knife-related offences, please contact Dorset Police via 101 or through the Dorset Police website.

Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously through Crimestoppers:

📞 0800 555 111
💻 https://orlo.uk/FRPLI

Your information could help prevent serious harm and keep our communities safe.

🚔 Drug Warrant Executed in Bridport Town Centre 🚔Following information received from members of the community regarding ...
24/08/2026

🚔 Drug Warrant Executed in Bridport Town Centre 🚔

Following information received from members of the community regarding a suspected drug dealer operating in Bridport, officers from Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team executed a Section 8 PACE warrant at an address in Bridport Town Centre this morning.

During the search of the property, officers located and seized a quantity of suspected controlled drugs and a suspected zombie knife.

Two occupants were detained at the address and will be dealt with in relation to these offences at a later time.

PC 0276 Dan White said, "Tackling drug-related crime remains a priority for the Neighbourhood Policing Team. We know the harm that drugs can cause to individuals, families and the wider community, and we will continue to act on information provided by the public to target those involved in this type of offending. We are also committed to taking dangerous weapons off our streets. The recovery of a suspected zombie knife during this warrant demonstrates the importance of proactively identifying and disrupting criminal activity to help keep Bridport a safe place to live, work and visit. I would like to thank local residents, businesses and members of the public for their patience and cooperation whilst officers carried out enquiries and a road closure was in place. These measures are sometimes necessary to allow us to conduct our investigations safely and effectively, while ensuring the safety of both the public and our officers."

If you have information about drug dealing, weapons offences, or other criminal activity in your area, please report it to Dorset Police:

• Call 101 to speak with Dorset Police.
• Report online via the Dorset Police website: https://orlo.uk/1kBLA
• If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at https://orlo.uk/Zqw5Q

In an emergency, or if a crime is in progress, always call 999.

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋I'm PC Joe Henderson (173) I’ve been a police officer for four years and joined NPT in March ...
24/08/2026

👮‍♂️ Meet Your Local Team 👋

I'm PC Joe Henderson (173) I’ve been a police officer for four years and joined NPT in March 2026. Before moving into neighbourhood policing, I spent two years on Response Policing and two years in the Volume Crime Team, gaining experience across a wide range of incidents and investigations.

I chose a career in policing because I wanted a rewarding role that offered something different every day, while giving me the opportunity to protect vulnerable people and make a positive difference in the community. 🤝

What I enjoy most about neighbourhood policing is working closely with the team to tackle the issues that matter most to local residents. One of my favourite things about the area is having the beautiful Dorset coastline right on our doorstep. 🌊🏖️ Having the beach nearby is definitely one of the perks of policing in such a fantastic part of the county.

When you see me out on patrol, I hope you feel confident that a visible police presence is having a positive impact on local crime and community safety. 🚓 If you feel nervous about speaking to a police officer, please don’t be. Community policing relies on information from local people, and officers will always be receptive to anyone who wants to ask a question, report a concern or simply have a conversation.

The best way to speak to me is easy, if you see me out on one of our regular foot patrols in Bridport or Lyme Regis, please feel free to stop me and say hello. 👋

One thing I’d like residents to know is that both I and the wider neighbourhood policing team are dedicated to tackling the issues that matter most to our communities and making Bridport and Lyme Regis safer places to live, work and visit.

As part of the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee uplift, new officers have joined teams across Dorset. We thought it would be a great opportunity to reintroduce the officers working in your community and help you get to know your local policing team. You will see further posts over the next couple of weeks introducing the team...

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