Purbeck Police

16/10/2026

15/10/2026

Myself PCSO 5410 and a colleague PCSO 6094 had the pleasure in being out with the Mobile Police Station in Wareham today.
We had several members of the public who chatted to us when they were passing, we had a query from a gentleman which we are following up and a resident of Wareham update us on an issue he reported a couple of months ago.
All date's for the Mobile Police Station are on our Dorset Police website should you wish to come along and chat.

08/10/2026

🚔 PURBECK POLICE WEEKLY ROUND-UP 🚔
It's been another busy week for your local neighbourhood policing team across Purbeck. Here's a snapshot of some of the incidents we've dealt with over the past week:

✅ Proactive patrols in Wareham led to the stop and search of three young people. Cannabis was located and seized.

✅ Officers quickly responded to concerns for a vulnerable individual and successfully located a person who was at risk of causing harm to themselves and other road users. Safeguarding measures were put in place and support provided.

✅ During patrols in Swanage, officers stopped a vehicle being driven without insurance or a valid driving licence. Drugs were found inside the vehicle and the driver was arrested. The vehicle was subsequently seized under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act.

✅ A Community Resolution was issued to a male in Wareham following an incident of drunk and disorderly behaviour.

✅ Following reports of suspicious activity in Bovington, officers carried out searches of a group of males. A catapult and ball bearings were recovered and enquiries are ongoing to establish whether any offences have been committed.

✅ Following reports from the community of suspected poaching and gunshots being heard in a rural area, officers carried out enquiries which resulted in the arrest of three individuals in connection with poaching offences. Investigations are ongoing.

We continue to act on information provided by our communities and remain committed to tackling anti-social behaviour, road safety offences, drug misuse and crime across Purbeck.

📞 If you witness crime or suspicious activity, please report it via Dorset Police online or by calling 101. In an emergency, always call 999.
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06/10/2026

🦌 DRIVERS – WATCH OUT FOR DEER! 🦌

As autumn arrives, we’re reminding drivers across Dorset to take extra care on the roads as deer rutting season gets underway.

At this time of year, deer are more active and can be unpredictable. They may suddenly run across roads, particularly around wooded areas, country lanes and roads passing through woodland.

🚗 Please remember:
• Slow down, particularly at dawn, dusk and during the night.
• Keep an eye out for deer at the roadside – if you see one, there may be others nearby.
• Be prepared for a deer to suddenly cross your path.
• If a deer runs across the road, slow down and be prepared for another to follow.
• Avoid swerving sharply if a collision is unavoidable – this could put you and other road users at greater risk.

🍂 Autumn is a beautiful time to enjoy Dorset, but please take extra care on our rural roads.

A few extra seconds of caution could help prevent a serious collision – and could save a life, both human and animal.
The picture was taken from my own dashcam this morning in the fog, not the best quality but you can see how this car very narrowly missed a collision with a huge stag!

Stay safe, Dorset. 🦌🚗

05/10/2026

30/09/2026

🚔 Neighbourhood Policing Team Round-Up 🚔

It's been another busy couple of weeks for your local Neighbourhood Policing Team. Here's a snapshot of what we've been up to across the area:

✅ Assisted with two warrant executions, including one in Upton and providing support to colleagues in Dorchester.

✅ Seized two illegally used e-scooters, one in Upton and one in Bovington, after they were being ridden on public roads.

✅ Carried out over 20 hours of high-visibility foot patrols across Wareham and Swanage during the last seven days, engaging with residents and tackling local concerns.

✅ Supported four elderly victims of fraud, helping to safeguard vulnerable people after attempts were made to defraud them of thousands of pounds.

✅ Conducted regular patrols in Studland in response to concerns surrounding reports of sexual offences, providing reassurance and maintaining a visible presence.

✅ Assisted colleagues from Poole Response Policing in responding to incidents and supporting frontline policing demands.

Thank you to everyone who continues to report concerns and share information with us. Your support helps us keep our communities safe. If you see something suspicious or have concerns in your area, please get in touch via Dorset Police or report online.

26/09/2026

☀️ Community Foot Patrol in Wareham Town Centre ☀️

Today I was out on foot patrol in the sunshine, taking the opportunity to speak with residents, visitors and local businesses during a busy market day.
It was great to engage with so many members of the community, discussing local concerns, offering crime prevention advice and helping residents sign up to Dorset Alert. Dorset Alert is a free messaging service that keeps people updated on local policing issues, crime prevention advice and community news.
The area was bustling with activity, and it was lovely to see families and lots of dogs enjoying the day while feeding the ducks and swans. Positive community engagement like this helps us build stronger relationships with residents and provides an opportunity for people to raise any concerns directly with their local policing team.
Thank you to everyone who stopped for a chat today. If you would like to receive updates from Dorset Police and stay informed about what's happening in your local area, you can sign up for Dorset Alert at: https://orlo.uk/w6PTr

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25/09/2026

🚨 ASB Patrol Update – E-Scooters & Off-Road Motorcycles 🚨

We have recently received reports of anti-social behaviour involving the use of e-scooters and off-road motorcycles in the area.

Please remember that privately owned e-scooters cannot be used on public roads, pavements, cycle paths, or other public places. They may only be ridden on private land with the permission of the landowner. Riding an e-scooter illegally may result in offences relating to insurance and driving licence requirements.

We have also received reports of off-road motorcycles being ridden in a manner that is causing nuisance to local residents and creating potential risks to members of the public.

In response, officers have been carrying out targeted patrols in the area. During patrols last night, an e-scooter that was being used illegally was located and seized.

The Neighbourhood Policing Team will continue to conduct patrols and take appropriate enforcement action where offences are identified. We would also encourage parents and guardians to be aware of how and where these vehicles are being used.

If you witness anti-social behaviour, or the illegal use of e-scooters or off-road motorcycles, please report it to Dorset Police via 101 or online. Always call 999 in an emergency or where there is an immediate risk to public safety.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our communities safe.