#LatestNews A special constable who ignored a lawful order not to act in his capacity as a special constable and showed his police warrant wallet without having a proper policing purpose has been dismissed after allegations of gross misconduct were found against him. Following a public misconduct hearing the panel found that Special Constable Barrie Leigh-Anderson had breached the standards of professional behaviour relating to Honesty and Integrity, Authority, Respect and Courtesy, Orders and Instructions and Discreditable Conduct. They stated that the matter was so serious that the only outcome was dismissal without notice. Deputy Chief Constable Rachel Farrell said: “Whether on or off duty our regular officers and special constables are expected to uphold high standards at all times. “Tackling unethical or unacceptable behaviour remains a Force priority and I would encourage members of the public to report them to us so they can be thoroughly investigated.” You can read the full details and how to report matters here:

#LatestNews - Dorset Police has strengthened its ongoing partnership with Premier League club AFC Bournemouth aimed at tackling issues around violence against women and girls (VAWG). Read more here:

#LatestNews - We are issuing a CCTV image of a man we would like to identify as we continue to investigate criminal damage and theft from a vehicle in Poole. Please quote occurrence number 55250008410. Read more:

#LatestNews - A teenager has been arrested following investigative work into a report that a teenage boy was assaulted in Weymouth. We are still looking to identify a key witness and would ask them to get in touch quoting occurrence number 55250005163. Read more here:

#LatestNews - Detectives investigating a series of thefts from ATMs in Bournemouth which are suspected of being tampered with are urging the public to be vigilant and report suspicious activity. Please quote occurrence no. 55250009709 Read more here:

#LatestNews - We are issuing a CCTV image of a man we would like to identify following a sexual assault in Poole. Please quote occurrence number 55240198839. Read more:

#LatestNews - Update - A man has been arrested following an image appeal in relation to a report of a public order incident at Alum Chine in #Bournemouth on 3/12/24. Read more:

#LatestNews - "He was a beloved dad, grandad and brother, his sudden passing has left a void in our lives that can never be filled." The family of a man who died following a reported assault in Weymouth have issued a heartfelt tribute to their loved one. Read more:

#LatestNews - During Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2025, we are sending a message that all victims will be treated with respect and supported and we will do all we can to ensure perpetrators are held to account. Read more:

We carried out two targeted days of action with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) focusing on commercial vehicle safety. If a larger vehicle that is carrying a load is not secured or maintained correctly, it can lead to a hazard that could result in a serious or fatal collision. Read more here:

#LatestNews - Update - A man has been arrested in connection with the reported theft of a bike in the area of #Poole Bus Station on 20/12/24. Read more:

#LatestNews - A man who committed a series of assaults in West Dorset has been jailed. Cade Robert David Adams, aged 20 and of Bridport, was sentenced to 14 months imprisonment. Read more here:

#LatestNews - We are issuing CCTV images of a man we would like to identify following the theft of tools from a van in Leydene Avenue in #Bournemouth on 3/1/25. Contact us quoting occurrence 55250001363. Read more:

#LatestNews - Update - Officers searching for wanted Poole man Philip Martin Bright can confirm he has been located and arrested. We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal. Read more:

#LatestNews - We're supporting a national firearms amnesty for Turkish manufactured top-venting blank firers (TVBFs). The amnesty is taking place this month, after which time anyone in possession of such a firearm could be subject to prosecution and up to 10 years in prison. Read more here:

#LatestNews - A carer who sexually assaulted a woman in her own home in the Bridport area has been jailed. Angelo Regis, aged 37 and of Bridport, was sentenced to 12 years in prison. Read more:

#LatestNews - Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a burglary at an address in West Knighton near Dorchester. Please get in touch with information quoting occurrence number 55250009878. Read more:

#LatestNews - Update - Officers carrying out enquiries to locate missing man Mark Street, who was last seen in East Dorset, are issuing a sad update. Read more here:

#LatestNews - Two men have been jailed for public place violence in a Bournemouth street. Adwy Hady, pictured, and Ali Mohamed Nakouda, both aged 26 and of no fixed abode, received jailed terms for their part in an incident in Meyrick Road on 25/1/24. Read more:

#LatestNews - We are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward as we investigate a reported assault in Poole. Please quote occurrence number 55250012034. Read more: