Numerous number plates were damaged or removed from vehicles by two young men who were spotted in the early hours on a housing estate in North Wareham in Dorset.
The vandalism of around 25 vehicles happened between 12.15 am and 1.30 am on Tuesday 15th October 2024 and follows a number of similar incidents in the area over the last few months.
The damaged vehicles were parked in Sandford Road, Drax Avenue, Northport Drive and Admirals Way
Check ring doorbell or CCTV footage
Police officers are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to contact them.
Residents are also being asked to check ring doorbell or CCTV footage in the area of Sandford Road, Drax Avenue, Northport Drive and Admirals Way, where the damaged vehicles were parked.
Dorset Police say the suspects are described as two male young people aged in their late teens.
One was wearing dark jeans and a black hooded jumper with colourful writing on it. The second suspect was described as wearing a light-coloured hooded jumper and blue jeans.
Residents posted pictures of their damaged vehicles on social media, some saying that they had repaired their number plates recently, only for them to be attacked again
“We know the significant impact vehicle crime has on victims”
Police constable Kayleigh Barguss of Dorset Police, said:
“We attended and carried out searches of the area, but unfortunately the suspects were not located.
“I am appealing to anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in the area during the relevant time period to please come forward.
“Also, if you own a ring doorbell or CCTV camera and live in the vicinity, please can you check your footage for anything that may assist my enquiries.
“I am keen to speak with anyone who had their vehicle damaged and has not already spoken to officers.
“We know the significant impact vehicle crime has on victims and local officers can be approached while on patrol with any information or concerns.”
Contact Dorset Police
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240158548.
Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
