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This week, officers have been active across the Sturminster Newton policing area, carrying out patrols, responding to incidents, and supporting partner agencies.
- Conducted hotspot patrols across Sturminster Newton, Marnhull, Stalbridge, and the surrounding villages to provide reassurance and maintain a visible police presence.
- Attended and dealt with an anti-social behaviour incident in Marnhull.
- Attended a reported burglary in Stalbridge and carried out enquiries.
- Assisted response colleagues with an incident in Shaftesbury.
- Assisted Avon & Somerset Police with arrest enquiries. Whilst conducting these enquiries, officers came across a road traffic collision in Gillingham and provided assistance.
- Dealt with neighbour disputes, offering advice and support aimed at resolving issues and preventing escalation.
- Attended a shoplifting in progress involving a prolific shoplifter, stop & search carried out and items were recovered.
Upcoming Community Event
VAWG (Violence Against Women and Girls) Walk & Connect Event. This is a female-led event for women and girls organised in partnership with STARS Dorset, and Sturminster Newton Town Council and is a opportunity for women and girls to discuss concerns they have around safety, as well as a chance to share their own experiences. On Saturday 7 November 2026 10:00am to 11:00am at North Dorset Trailway, Station Road, Sturminster Newton
Our next Community Contact point is Friday 13th November 2026 1pm-2pm outside The Exchange, Sturminster Newton
We hope you have a safe and enjoyable week. 
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