CCTV: ‘Distressing’ series of thefts from garden of property on Mudeford Quay in Christchurch

POLICE have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace following a “distressing” series of thefts from a Christchurch garden.

Investigations have been continuing after items were said to have been repeatedly stolen from outside a property in Mudeford Quay between Friday 11th and Tuesday 29th August.

Police community support investigator Jared Sharman said: “These incidents have caused a great deal of distress to local residents, some of whom are vulnerable.

“After making enquiries, I have now obtained CCTV images of a man I would like to identify.

“I would ask anyone who recognises him to please contact Dorset Police.”

Those with information should contact officers online at dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting crime reference number 55230139077.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously online at crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.

*This article has been amended to remove the pictures after a man came forward to police