POLICE are hunting thieves who stole industrial copper piping and fittings from Christchurch Hospital.

The burglary, which saw the offenders break into a steel container at the hospital in Fairmile Road, occurred at some point between 4.30pm on Wednesday, May 6, and 7am on Thursday, May 7.

Police Constable Tony Faramus, of Christchurch police, said: "I am keen to hear from anyone who has been offered copper piping or fittings for sale in the area."

No arrests have been made.

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting incident number 7:77. Or call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.