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DORSET: TEENAGER ARRESTED FOLLOWING VEHICLE BREAK-INS IN SHERBORNE | INFORMING BRITAIN ON CRIME

1/1/2026

Dorset Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy from Sherborne on suspicion of Criminal Damage after reports of aggressive behaviour and break-ins to parked vehicles.

The disturbances took place at around 23:15 on Wednesday 31 December 2025, in the Littlefield area of Sherborne, with several cars sustaining damage.

The suspect remains in custody as enquiries continue.

Authorities are appealing for witnesses, potential victims, or anyone with relevant information, including doorbell camera recordings, to come forward.

Contact can be made via the Dorset Police website or by calling 101, quoting Reference Number 55250191338.

Alternatively, anonymous tips may be submitted to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

CARLUKE: POLICE SEEK WITNESSES AFTER ATTEMPTED BURGLARY IN CARLUKE LEAVES PROPERTY DAMAGED | INFORMING BRITAIN ON CRIME

10/10/2025

Police Scotland are seeking public assistance following an attempted housebreaking at a residence on Pillans Avenue, Carluke, in the early hours of Tuesday 07 October 2025.

The incident occurred at approximately 02:00 when four males, all dressed in black clothing, were observed leaving the garden of the targeted property in South Lanarkshire.

While the suspects did not gain entry, they caused damage to the premises.

No items were reported stolen.

Sergeant Stewart McDonald of Police Scotland, stated:

"Although entry was not gained, damage was caused to the property, and we are working to trace those responsible. We encourage anyone who noticed anything suspicious, including any vehicles in the area, to come forward. Additionally, we urge residents with private CCTV or dash-cam footage to review it, as it could provide vital information for our investigation."

Authorities are appealing for anyone with relevant information to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1539 of October 7, 2025.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

LINCOLNSHIRE: HAYSTACK FIRE CAUSES £30K OF DAMAGE, APPEAL FOR WITNESSES

1/9/2022

Humberside Police are appealing for witnesses, and information, after £30,000 worth of damage was caused to a farmer's stock when a large haystack was set alight on Carr Lane in Broughton, North Lincolnshire.

Officers received a call at 20:30 on Tuesday 30 August 2022 after the Fire Service attended to a large fire between Brigg and Broughton.

Detective Constable Scott McCreight is investigating the incident.

DC McCreight, said:

"This was a very large fire which was spreading at an alarming rate following the recent extensive dry weather we have had. £30,000 worth of damage was caused and we believe this fire to have been started deliberately."

DC McCreight is appealing for the public's assistance, and added:

"I would appeal for anyone who may have been in the area at the time, has dashcam footage or any information that would help with our enquiries. If you can help with our investigation, please call us on our non-emergency number 101 quoting log 545 of 30 August 2022."

Alternatively those with relevant details can contact CrimeStoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

CUMBRIA: POLICE REQUEST PUBLIC'S HELP IN CARLISLE CRIMINAL DAMAGE INVESTIGATION

31/8/2022

Police are investigating Criminal Damage to vehicles that occurred on the Tuesday 30 August 2022 between the hours of 21:00 and 22:30 on Broad Street, Carlisle, Cumbria.

Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at CUMBRIA.POLICE.UK, quoting incident reference number 41 of Wednesday 31 of August 2022.

Those with information call contact the non-urgent helpline on 101.

Alternatively, members of the public with relevant details can telephone the independent charity CrimeStoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

CUMBRIA: POLICE INVESTIGATE CRIMINAL DAMAGE ON NISA LOCAL IN BARROW

31/8/2022

Police are investigating Criminal Damage to a glass panel of a door at Nisa Local on Oxford Street, Barrow.

The incident occurred at 23:40 on Friday 5 August 2022 in which an item was thrown at the door.

The suspect, a male, is described as having the following characteristics and attributes:

White male
Aged in his mid 30's
6 foot in height
Medium build
Short dark hair
Wearing a white short sleeve t-shirt with dark logo on the chest
Wearing jeans

Police are looking for anyone who witnessed the incident and can identify the suspect.

SCENE OF CRIMINAL DAMAGE: Nisa Local / Oxford Street / Barrow

Anyone with information relating to this incident can contact PC Hudson (Epaulette Number 2713) on 101.

Those with information can also report online at CUMBRIA.POLICE.UK, quoting incident reference number 37 of Saturday 6 August 2022. or by telephoning the non-urgent line on 101.

Alternatively, those with relevant details can contact CrimeStoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

POLICE APPEAL FOR WITNESSES FOLLOWING SPRAY PAINT CRIMINAL DAMAGE IN KENDAL | CUMBRIA

25/11/2021

Police Officers in Cumbria are currently investigating an incident where graffiti has been sprayed on properties in the area of Lound Round and Parkside Road, Kendal.

Offenders have used black spray paint to cause damage to walls and a gate.

Anyone with information relating to this incident can report it by calling 101 and quoting quoting incident number 105 of Tuesday 23 November 2021.

Alternatively, those with information can let CrimeStoppers know, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

police require assistance in vehicle criminal damage investigation | cumbria

12/8/2021

Police are appealing for information after a black Peugeot 207 was damaged in Moor Road on Monday 02 August 2021

The car has previously been damaged and officers want any witnesses or anyone with information to contact PC Graham (epaulette number 2645).

Anyone who has any information can report online by using Cumbria Police's official website or by calling 101.

Alternatively, you can call the independent charity CrimeStoppers, completely anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

POLICE APPEAL FOR HELP FOLLOWING CRIMINAL DAMAGE OF A FIESTA | CUMBRIA

19/7/2021

Police, in Cumbria, are investigating an incident of criminal damage that occurred between 13:00 on Saturday 17 July 2021 and 07:00 on Sunday 18 July 2021 at Champion Way in Penrith.

The bonnet of a parked Blue Fiesta was damaged during the incident.

Police are asking those in the area to check dash cam footage or CCTV.

Anyone with any information relating to this incident can report it online on the Cumbria Police website or calling 101 - either way, the police would like you to quote incident number 98 of the 18 July.

Alternatively, those with details can call the independent charity Crimestoppers, completely anonymously, on 0800 555 111

POLICE WANT TO TRACK MAN DOWN FOLLOWING CRIMINAL DAMAGE | AVON & SOMERSET

9/7/2021

Avon & Somerset Police are appealing for information after an act of criminal damage at a residential complex in Weston-Super-Mare.

A verbal altercation between two people occurred at an address in Alexandra Parade at approximately 03:45 on Saturday 12 June 2021.

An unknown male then forced open a locked door causing damage in the process.

Officers in Weston-Super-Mare are asking the public to help them identify the man, pictured, who they wish to talk to in connection with their enquiries.

He is described as white, about 25-35 years of age, of average build and had dark hair.

Anyone who recognises him, or witnessed what happened, can contact Avon & Somerset Police via their website or on 101 quoting reference number 5221130680.

Alternatively those with information can contact CrimeStoppers, anonymously, on 0800555111.