Officers investigating a theft from a vehicle in Ferndown are issuing a CCTV image of the suspect.

At around 4am on Sunday 14 November 2021 a car that was parked on Library Road was broken into.

A new padlock and key – which was going to be returned to store by the owner – was stolen.

Police Community Support Investigator Kate Hann, of East Dorset police, said: “As part of my enquiries I have obtained a CCTV image of the suspect.

“I fully appreciate the image is not of the best quality, but I am hoping someone may recognise him from the clothing and mask he is wearing.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/do-it-online/, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210183629. Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.