Man Arrested Over Vehicle Damage

Police in Weymouth investigating a large number of alleged criminal damage incidents are appealing for members of the public tocome forward, with one man being arrested.

Since March 2012, police have received numerous reports of damage to vehicles which include punctured tyres, broken windows and paint poured on bodywork.
 
These incidents have occurred in the Chickerell Road, Tennyson Road and Marsh Road areas.
 
The latest reports of damage were received on Old Castle Roadovernight on Tuesday 15 May 2012.
 
Police Constable Lisa Warne, of Weymouth Police, said:

“Typically the damage has occurred in the early hours of the morning or almost always during the hours of darkness.
 
“We are asking people in the area to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity they may see.
 
“We are also urging members of the public who believe their car may have been damaged in this area, and have yet to speak to the police to contact us."
 
A 64-year old man from Weymouth has been arrested and released on police bail pending further enquiries.
 
Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101. Alternatively, call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply