CLAIMS that horses and hounds from a local hunt caused a hazard to road users are being investigated by police.

Officers have appealed for information after an incident on the A352 in the Holnest area, near Sherborne on Saturday October 12.

Police were alerted at 10.30am and have appealed for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

And they have urged the public to refrain from making comments or posting footage on social media.

Inspector Simon Perry, of North Dorset police, said: "We are carrying out a proportionate and objective investigation into these reports and I am appealing for any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to contact us.

"While I understand there can be strong opinions surrounding issues relating to hunting, I would like to remind members of the public that this matter is now subject to an investigation. I would therefore urge people to exercise caution and refrain from making any comments, particularly on social media, that could prejudice or undermine this ongoing investigation.

"I would also encourage anyone with any video footage in relation to this matter to contact police rather than post it on social media as it could form evidence as part of the case."

Information to Dorset Police on 101, quoting occurrence number 55190161246, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.