Two boys and van driver incident in Wool investigated by police

There’s an appeal by police for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward, following a suspicious incident in Wool, in Dorset.

It was reported to Dorset Police that at around 3.30 pm on Thursday 27th November 2025, two boys were walking along Dorchester Road near the junction with Bailey’s Drove, when they were approached by a man in a white transit style van.

Police car in Dorset
Dorset Police

Boys were asked to get in the van

It was reported that the man asked the boys to get into the van, but they ignored him and carried on walking. The man did not make any further efforts to approach them.

He is described as being a white male with short brown hair and aged in his 40s, and was wearing a grey shirt and grey trousers.

Police Constable Bethany Shave, of Dorset Police, said:

“We have been exploring all lines of enquiry in relation to this incident to establish the full circumstances and I am now appealing to any witnesses who have not yet spoken to us to please come forward.

“I would also urge any motorists who were driving along Dorchester Road at the relevant time with a dashcam fitted to their vehicle, as well as anyone with home CCTV or a ring doorbell, to please check for any footage that may assist our enquiries.

“I appreciate this incident may cause concern for the community, but please be assured that officers are carrying out patrols in the vicinity and can be approached by members of the public with any concerns.”

Contact Dorset Police

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250176899.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

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