Poole Police

23/06/2026

GOOD SAFE SUMMER | Our high-visibility reassurance patrols will be continuing along the seafront and town centres this week as the south coast gets ready for extreme high temperatures in the latest heatwave.

Our officers and staff will be patrolling along the beachfronts as part of their daily shifts, with a focus on seizing alcohol and drugs and tackling anti-social behaviour. They have a number of tactics on standby to remove anyone involved in ASB or poor behaviour, including the use of Section 35 dispersal notices.

Key to keeping people safe this week is working with our blue light and partner agency colleagues to take robust action against anyone committing offences or causing issues for others.

We are continuing to link up with British Transport Police to ensure those coming off trains in Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth are not intent on causing trouble. And in Bournemouth, the Multi Agency Command Centre (MACC) has built direct links to British Transport Police in Southampton, so we can intercept those we suspect are intent on causing trouble.

We are ready to welcome visitors coming to enjoy all the county has to offer – all we ask is that you behave responsibly and are considerate of others.

The Force is also working with partner agencies, including the health service and local authorities, as they remind people how to stay cool and well in the extreme weather.

22/06/2026

UPDATE | Three people have been charged following detailed enquiries by detectives into the death of a young man in Poole.

Dorset Police received a report at 2.13am on Friday 19 June 2026 that a man had been located with injuries in Longfleet Road.

The victim, 18-year-old Kyeron Wheeler from Poole, was taken to hospital for treatment to a suspected stab wound where he was very sadly pronounced dead a short time later.

It is believed the victim sustained injuries during an incident in Dale Close and was taken to Longfleet Road in a car.

Detectives from Dorset Police’s Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT) have been leading a comprehensive investigation into events during the early hours of Friday 19 June 2026 and, following their enquiries, three men have now been charged with murder.

The three men charged are:

- Oluwadamilare Aremu, aged 22 and of Bletchley in Buckinghamshire – a Nigerian national who gave his self-defined ethnicity as Black African including Black British

- Trevor Gonzo, aged 22 and of London – a British national who gave his self-defined ethnicity as Black African including Black British

-Callum Roberts, aged 20 and of Blandford – a British national who gave his self-defined ethnicity as white British

The three men have also been charged with possession of a knife blade/sharp pointed article in a public place, acquiring/using/possessing criminal property and two counts of possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A.

Roberts has also been charged with an additional count of possession of a knife blade/sharp pointed article in a public place.

All three men are due to appear at Weymouth Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 23 June 2026.

Detective Superintendent Neil Third, of MCIT, said: “This has been a complex and fast-moving investigation as we have worked diligently to piece together the circumstances surrounding this incident.

“Our thoughts remain very much with the family and loved ones of Kyeron Wheeler and we have continued to keep the family updated with developments in the investigation.

“After extensive enquiries, we have consulted with the Crown Prosecution Service and it has authorised charges of murder against three suspects.

“This matter will now be the subject of active court proceedings and it is vital that the criminal justice process is allowed to follow its course without prejudice. It would therefore be inappropriate for us to comment any further on the circumstances surrounding this incident at this time and we would urge members of the public to refrain from speculation and sharing of information online or on social media.

“Our officers will continue to provide an increased policing presence in areas impacted by this incident as we fully recognise the impact on the local community. These officers can be approached by anyone with questions or concerns.”

Pictured: Kyeron Wheeler

22/06/2026

Dorset FA, Dorset Police and other partners are working together to help tackle abuse in football, and we need your support. ⚽

We’re asking you to share your experiences in football so we can help shape a campaign focused on tackling spectator abuse, particularly towards females in the game.

Your responses will be shared with Dorset Police as we work together to identify solutions and take positive action to improve the environment in the game we all love.

Together, we can help make football a safer, more welcoming space for everyone.
👉 https://forms.office.com/e/ZTSnGC5EFV

20/06/2026

👮‍♂️ Neighbourhood Policing Team Weekly Update 🚔

As you may have seen via our communications updates or in the media, a number of incidents have occurred in Dorset that have been resource intense. Poole NPT officers and PCSOs have been providing support throughout the week to assist our colleagues, support the investigations and help keep people safe.

On Wednesday, we responded to reports of a male in possession of a knife in Poole Town. An individual matching the description was detained swiftly by officers in the area of Skinner Street and searched. The search was negative and the individuals involved were issued dispersal notices to leave the area.

PCSOs Matt and Sam have begun tutoring two new PCSOs, Mike and Kristina who we welcome to the team. They will spend the next 10 weeks completing their 'Independent Patrol Status' with their tutors in Poole - we wish them the best of luck! If you wish to learn more about a Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) or join our next intake, follow the link! https://orlo.uk/P1MS8

We've been patrolling in the Broadstone area due to multiple reports of young persons banging on elderly residents doors and intimidating them, please look out for vulnerable residents and encourage them to report similar incidents.

Here's a quick look at some of the other work we've been doing to keep our community safe and connected 👇
🥸 2 x Stop Searches
🚔 9 x Reports of antisocial behaviour attended and positive action taken (including 2 x Section 35 Dispersal Orders)
🔦 6 x Address checks and reassurance visits conducted to victims of crime/vulnerable persons and known offenders
🔪 4 x Weapons seized from properties
🗣️ 2 x Community engagements attended
🐦 1 x Cuckooing check conducted
🥾 A large number of hours on foot and mobile patrol targeting our high harm areas and locations subjected to antisocial behaviour, such as Poole Town, Oakdale and Broadstone.

Keep an eye on our social media page (Poole Police) for further, open and positive weekly updates from your friendly Neighbourhood Policing Team!

19/06/2026

APPEAL | We are investigating a theft in Poole and are issuing CCTV images of two men we would like to identify.

At around 11.30am on Saturday 6 June 202 it was reported that two men followed a woman aged in her 70s across the car park of the Tesco store in Poole Road in Branksome and her mobile phone and purse were stolen from her handbag.

Attempts were subsequently made to use the victim’s bank cards, but they were unsuccessful.

Police Constable Liam Sutherland, of Dorset Police, said: “We are continuing to carry out enquiries into this theft and I am issuing images of two men we would like to identify as part of our investigation.

“I would urge anyone with information relating to their identities to please contact us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260085730. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

19/06/2026

APPEAL | We are appealing for witnesses, victims and anyone with information to come forward following a report of criminal damage to vehicles and a reported assault in Poole.

Dorset Police received a report at around 11.30pm on Thursday 18 June 2026 of a man causing criminal damage to vehicles in Churchill Road.

At least ten vehicles have been reported damaged, with wing mirrors damaged and windows or windscreens smashed.

It was further reported that the man had assaulted a member of the public.

Officers attended and a man aged in his 20s from Wimborne was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and assault. He remains in police custody at this time.

Investigations Officer Alice Harmsworth, of Dorset Police, said: “We are continuing to investigate this matter and I am keen to hear from any witnesses or any further victims who have not already spoken to police.

“I would also like to speak to anyone who may have captured any relevant mobile phone, dashcam, doorbell camera or home CCTV footage relating to this incident.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260090790. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

18/06/2026

15/06/2026

Do you know all the ways you can contact us? 💬

If you live or work in or around the Poole area, we wanted to remind you of all the ways in which you can report crime or speak with your neighbourhood policing team:
• Mobile Police Station: You can report any crime, incident, intelligence or suspicious behaviour to us, raise any concerns you may have for action by our neighbourhood policing teams or receive crime prevention advice. You can find the next MPS at a location near you here: https://www.dorset.police.uk/police-forces/dorset-police/areas/about-us/about-us/mobile-police-station
• Community Contact Point: These are accessible, drop-in, face-to-face sessions where you can speak with neighbourhood policing team officers without an appointment. You can find more information here: https://www.dorset.police.uk/area/your-area/
• Report crime, information and intelligence online by visiting our website: https://www.dorset.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us-beta/contact-us/
All reports made online are picked up by the same 101 team working in our contact centres
• Call our 101 team for non-emergency enquiries
• Always call 999 if there is a danger to life or crime in progress

Help us to help you. By using the most appropriate method to contact us, we can respond appropriately and in a way that best suits you.