POLICE are appealing for witnesses following two burglaries near Blandford Forum.
The first burglary took place at some point between 9am and 2pm on Thursday, February 5, when thieves smashed a window of a house in Tarrant Hinton. Offenders ransacked the property and stole a quantity of cash.
The second incident occurred between 10-10.25am the following day, when thieves forced a window to gain access to a bungalow in Tarrant Gunville. The offenders searched the property but nothing was taken.
Police Constable Shane Hewitt, of Blandford police, said: “Witnesses have reported seeing a black vehicle with two men inside leaving the driveway of the property in Tarrant Hinton at around 1pm on Thursday, February 5, and I am keen to hear from anyone who saw a similar vehicle in the Tarrant Hinton area.
“As always, residents are urged to ensure they keep their windows and doors locked and secured.”
Contact police with information on 101 quoting incident number 6:118 for the Tarrant Gunville crime and 5:203 for the Tarrant Hinton crime. Or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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