Bridport Police

31/10/2026

Members of the public may have noticed a significant police presence on the A35 just outside Bridport earlier today.

Officers from Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team sighted a vehicle that had been reported stolen and, working alongside Dorset Police's No Excuse Team and Roads Policing Unit, brought the vehicle to a safe and compliant stop.

Thanks to the coordinated response of officers, the vehicle was stopped safely without any damage being caused and, most importantly, without injury to any members of the public, road users or officers involved.

A male was arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle and has been transported to police custody. The force investigating the original theft will now be making arrangements to collect the male and continue their enquiries.

This incident demonstrates the value of partnership working across policing teams and our continued commitment to tackling criminality, protecting our communities and keeping our roads safe.

We would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while officers dealt with the incident.

31/10/2026

🚨 Bridport Neighbourhood Police weekly update 🚨

👮‍♀️ A male in his 40's, arrested in 👮🏿
🤝 Engagement attended in 👮
👮🏿 Engagement attended in 🤝
👣 Pro active foot patrols for a wanted male in the Bridport area 🚓
👣 Pro active foot patrols in , and 🚓
🚓 Vehicle stopped and seized in Bridport, driven by a male on a provisional licence with no support or insurance 🚓
👮🏿 Visit to a vulnerable elderly person in Lyme Regis 👮
🚓 Visit to knife carrying nominal in Lyme Regis 🚓
🤝 Partnership work with a Housing Association to tackle ASB 🤝
🚲 Hotspot patrols around Bridport to tackle illegal E-Bikes 🚓
👮 Enquiries made into an incident that occurred on Marine Parade, Lyme Regis on 03/10/26 👮🏿
🚓 Pro active patrols and engagement with drivers in West Bay 🚓

Please have a safe and enjoyable week

30/10/2026

Officers from Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team have been carrying out enquiries and proactive patrols across the area this evening, focusing on safeguarding vulnerable people, tackling offending and providing a visible presence within our communities.

The shift began with officers carrying out a welfare check in Lyme Regis, ensuring appropriate support was in place for a person requiring assistance. Safeguarding vulnerable members of our community remains one of our key priorities, and we will always seek to ensure those in need receive the help and support available to them.

Officers then conducted a home visit to an individual known to have previously come to police attention in relation to knife carrying. These visits are an important part of our ongoing work to prevent crime, manage risk, and engage with individuals to deter future offending.

Other officers stopped a panel van and seized the vehicle after establishing it was being driven otherwise than in accordance with a licence and without valid insurance.

Patrols were also carried out on foot throughout Bridport town centre and local parks, providing a visible policing presence and targeting alcohol and drug-related offending. Officers engaged with members of the public, offering reassurance and ensuring our public spaces remained safe and welcoming for everyone.

Road safety remained a focus throughout the evening, with a driver being issued with a ticket requiring them to produce their driving documents following insurance enquiries.

The evening was rounded off with officers engaging positively with car enthusiasts in West Bay. These conversations are an important part of community policing, helping us build relationships, address concerns, and ensure everyone can enjoy the area responsibly.

From safeguarding vulnerable people and tackling road traffic offences to conducting patrols and community engagement, Bridport NPT remains committed to protecting our communities and addressing the issues that matter most to residents.

30/10/2026

Halloween not your thing?

That’s ok, cosy up with a hot drink and wait for this to blow over 🧟‍♂️

Want to embrace the spooky season? That’s great too🧹

Whatever your preference is, head over to our website: https://orlo.uk/feKo7 where you can download the relevant poster to print

27/10/2026

We want your Halloween to be absolutely fang-tastic 🧛‍♂️

But please remember that Halloween can be a scary time for some. If you are out trick-or-treating, look for the houses that are decorated so you can be sure they are welcoming visitors 🎃

Some people may get distressed by strangers knocking on their door so please be considerate and, if you are not sure, stick to the houses of people you know so that everyone can have a stay safe season.

Whether you are welcoming trick-or-treaters or not wanting visitors head to our website: https://orlo.uk/G90Jv and download the poster relevant to you 👻

27/10/2026

Yesterday afternoon, officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team arrested a male, in his late 40's, outside an address in East Street, Bridport.

The arrest came after the male repeatedly returned to the address despite being told not to do so by both the occupant and attending police officers. Following further enquiries, the male was arrested and taken into police custody. The male has been bailed to allow for further investigation into the offence.

Everyone has the right to feel safe within their own home and community. Bridport NPT will continue to take positive action to protect those who are vulnerable and will not hesitate to deal robustly with individuals whose behaviour causes harassment, alarm or distress to others.

We understand the impact incidents such as these can have on victims and their families, and we remain committed to working with our communities to ensure Bridport remains a safe place to live, work and visit.

Thank you to members of the public for your continued support and cooperation. If you witness crime or anti-social behaviour, please continue to report it to us so that we can take appropriate action.

23/10/2026

🚨 Bridport Neighbourhood Police Team Weekly round-up 🚨

Here's your NPT's update from the last week 👇

🚑 Assisted an Ambulance crew helping a vulnerable young Female in Bridport
👮‍♀️ Burglary enquiries in Lyme Regis
🚔 Responded to a Domestic incident in Bridport
🚓 Pro-active patrols in Bridport in response to people using illegal e-bikes
👣 Pro-active foot patrols in hotspots in Lyme Regis and Bridport
🚓 Pro-active patrols in West Bay in relation to driving related issues
🚓 Attended a crash in the area of Oathill
🚑 Attended an incident with an elderly male and gave first aid

We hope you all have a safe and enjoyable week.

16/10/2026

🚨 Bridport Neighbourhood Police Team weekly roundup 🚨

Here's a look at what the Bridport team have been up to this week 👇

🚓 Male in his 20's arrested in Bridport on suspicion of indecent exposure. Further offences are being investigated

🚓 Mobile Police Station engagement in Bridport

👮‍♂️ Community engagement attended in Lyme Regis and Mosterton

🚓 Assisted response Officers with a Fraud investigation

👮‍♂️ Dealing with a Dwelling burglary in Lyme Regis
🚲 We have also been engaging with many residents across Bridport, Lyme Regis and Beaminster, regarding the illegal use of e-bikes and e-scooters. Please continue to report any sightings and use of these to Dorset Police, to assist with us targeting their use. 🛴

👣 Pro-active, intelligence led foot patrols in Bridport and Lyme Regis

🚔 Vulnerable male identified for further support and safeguarding

🏠 Joint visit with a Housing Association to support residents

16/10/2026

15/10/2026

Today, officers from the Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team responded to reports of a male causing concern in Bridport Town Centre through an alleged indecent exposure.

Officers attended promptly, located the individual and arrested him on suspicion of the offence. During the course of the arrest and subsequent investigation, the male assaulted an officer and spat at them. As a result, he was further arrested for two counts of assaulting an emergency worker.

The male remains in police custody where enquiries are continuing.

Incidents of this nature are rare within Bridport, and we understand the concern they can cause to members of our community. We want to reassure residents, businesses and visitors that Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team will continue to take robust action against those who commit offences that impact on the safety and wellbeing of others.

We would like to thank members of the public for their support, patience and cooperation whilst officers dealt with the incident. Your information and assistance play an important role in helping us keep Bridport a safe place to live, work and visit.