Bridport Police

09/06/2026

ARREST| Around midday today, officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team issued a Section 35 dispersal notice to an individual in South Street, requiring them to leave Bridport town centre for a period 12 hours. This was due to anti-social behaviour, including shouting and swearing in the street, which was causing alarm and distress to members of the public, including families with children.

A Section 35 dispersal notice is a power available to police under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. It allows officers to direct individuals to leave an area for up to 48 hours where their behaviour is contributing to harassment, alarm or distress, helping us to quickly address issues and protect the community.

Despite this direction, the individual failed to comply and was later located on East Street that same afternoon. As a result, they were arrested by the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team and taken to Weymouth Custody, where they will be charged to court.

We understand the impact that anti-social behaviour can have on our communities and will continue to take proactive action to keep Bridport a safe and welcoming place for everyone.

If you experience or witness anti-social behaviour, please report it to us.

09/06/2026

WANTED | Have you seen this man?

Jake Weir, aged 32 and of no fixed abode in Bridport, is wanted for failing to appear at court in connection with a reported burglary on Wednesday 22 October 2025.

He is described as approximately five feet 11 inches tall and of slim build with light brown hair and green eyes.

Police Constable Dan White, of Dorset Police, said: “We are carrying out a number of enquiries to try and locate Jake Weir.

“I am now appealing to any members of the public with information regarding his whereabouts to please come forward.

“We would urge anyone who sees him to not approach and instead dial 999 immediately.”

If you see Jake Weir, you should dial 999 immediately. Anyone else with other information should call 101, quoting occurrence number 55260069581. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

04/06/2026

APPEAL | We are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following criminal damage to a vehicle parked in East Beach Car Park, West Bay.

On Tuesday 26th May 2026 a Black Audi estate was parked in East Beach Car Park, West Bay at around 5.30pm and when the owners returned at 8.30pm they found their rear window had been smashed.
Police Constable Daniel White, of the West Dorset Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident and I would urge anyone with information that might assist our enquiries to please contact us.
“I am keen to hear from anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area during the relevant time frame and I would also like to hear from anyone who may have captured the incident on their phones or vehicle dashcam."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260080958. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111. See less

02/06/2026

Working Together to Keep Our Communities Safe

Dorset Police have been working in partnership with Magna Housing to support the civil proceedings of an immediate repossession of a property due to ongoing issues including anti-social behaviour, squatting, and concerns around drug use.

We understand that actions like this are not taken lightly, and it is never our intention to make individuals homeless. However, we have a clear duty of care to protect the wider community—including neighbouring residents who have been impacted.

Kerry Starling, Magna's Head of Customer Contact and Community Support, said: "We're pleased to have worked in partnership with Dorset Police to bring a stop to ongoing antisocial behaviour and criminality at this address, which had caused years of misery to neighbouring residents. It's an example of how working together can have a positive impact on safety in our local communities.

We would like to thank members of the public for your continued support, patience, and the valuable information you provide. Your reports and intelligence play a vital role in helping us take action and maintain safe neighbourhoods.

If you have concerns in your area, please continue to report them—together, we can make a difference.

01/06/2026

We’re aware of a recent increase in shoplifting across Bridport and are working closely with local businesses to tackle the issue.

Our Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team has been visiting retailers to offer crime prevention advice, share tips on spotting suspicious behaviour, and explain how we deal with these offences. We’re also encouraging businesses to keep reporting every incident – no matter how small – as this helps us build a full picture and take action where it’s needed most.

You may have seen an increased police presence in the town centre recently. We have stepped up both high-visibility patrols and plain-clothes operations to target offenders. These proactive efforts are already leading to arrests, and this work will continue.

If you’re a local business and would like advice or support, please get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://orlo.uk/uTVla

Thank you to the community for your continued support.

01/06/2026

🚨 Vehicle Theft Arrest – Bridport / Morecombelake 🚨

Dorset Police received reports of a stolen white Peugeot motorhome from outside an address in Meadfields, Bridport on 31 May 2026.

Using intelligence-led systems, officers swiftly located the vehicle on the A35 in Morecombelake, where it failed to stop for police. A stinger was deployed, successfully bringing the vehicle to a controlled stop after deflating its tyres a short time later.

The driver attempted to make off on foot but was safely detained following a Taser challenge. He was subsequently arrested for multiple driving offences, including Aggravated Taking Without the Owner’s Consent (TWOC).

A passenger inside the vehicle was also located and arrested. A third occupant made off on foot, and enquiries remain ongoing to locate and arrest this individual.

✅ We would like to thank members of the public for their cooperation and continued support.

📞 Appeal for Information
Anyone with information relating to this incident is asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, or report information online. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously. Please quote crime reference 55260079954 when providing information.

01/06/2026

APPEAL | We are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following a burglary at a home in Bridport.

Between 10.45pm on Friday 29 May and 5am on Saturday 30 May 2026 entry was gained to an address in East Street and a wallet and car keys were stolen.

Police Constable Joe Henderson, of West Dorset police, said: “We are carrying out enquiries into this burglary and I am keen to hear from anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area on the night of the incident, or who has any information that might assist our investigation.

“I would also urge residents in the vicinity with home CCTV or doorbell cameras, as well as motorists with dashcam who were in the area, to please review any footage for the relevant timeframe to see if they have captured anything that might help our enquiries.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260079409. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

29/05/2026

🚔 Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team Update 🚔

Officers have arrested a further male in connection with the theft of a vehicle from East Street, Bridport.

Following an extensive search, the individual was spotted by officers on mobile patrol. He attempted to make off on a bicycle but was detained after a short foot pursuit.

Officers believe a third male may also be involved in this incident.

📢 Appeal for Information
If you witnessed the vehicle being driven in the areas of Bridport or Beaminster, or have any dashcam or CCTV footage that may assist our enquiries, please contact Dorset Police via 101, online, or anonymously via Crimestoppers, quoting reference 55260078302.

✅ We remain committed to taking robust action to keep our communities safe.

28/05/2026

🚔 Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team Update 🚔

Officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team have arrested a male on suspicion of:
🔹 Theft of a motor vehicle
🔹 Dangerous driving
🔹 Driving whilst unfit

This is in relation to reports of a vehicle theft from East Street in Bridport, with the vehicle subsequently located in the area of Yarn Barton car park in Beaminster.

The arrested male is currently assisting police with enquiries.

A second individual made off from the scene; however, officers have identified them and an arrest will be made in due course.

✅ The vehicle has been successfully recovered at the scene.

We continue to take robust action to keep our communities safe.

📢 Appeal for Information
If you witnessed anything, or have any dashcam footage or CCTV that may assist with our enquiries, please contact Dorset Police via 101, online, or anonymously through Crimestoppers. Please quote reference number 55260078302.

26/05/2026

🚔 Stay Informed, Stay Safe! 📰

The May edition of the West Dorset NPT Newsletter is here, packed with updates on what your local neighbourhood policing teams have been up to recently. From community initiatives to crime prevention tips, we've got all the info you need to stay connected and secure.

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