Officers are issuing an image of a man they would like to identify as they investigate garage burglaries in East Dorset.

It is reported that at around 4.20am on Monday 19 May 2025, two garages were broken into in the area of Priory Gardens in West Moors.

Nothing was reported stolen from either garage.

Police Constable Jared Braid, of Dorset Police, said: “We are carrying out an investigation into these break-ins and are now in a position to release an image of a man we’d like to identify as part of our enquiries.

“While I appreciate the man’s face is covered, I am hopeful someone may recognise him by his build or clothing, and I would urge anyone with information regarding his identify to get in touch.

“Also, if you were in the area at the time and saw what happened I am appealing for you to come forward with information.”

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Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250070787. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.