SQUATTERS and drug dealers are being targeted by police in Bournemouth town centre.

Officers carried out patrols on Friday March 5 following complaints from members of the public.

One of the premises visited was Pine Court in Gervis Road.

A spokesman for Bournemouth Police said: "Bournemouth South Neighbourhood Policing Team have been out visiting various premises due to reports of drug dealing and squatting.

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"We have given advice on how to tackle this problem and will be working closely with the business to reduce the issues they have been having."

Police urged members of the public to report any issues or suspicious behaviour by calling 101 or 999 if a crime is in progress.

The spokesman added: "Together as a community we can help reduce these issues from happening further."