Police are investigating a claim that a car was stolen from Dorchester, and are urging any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Dorset Police received a report on Wednesday, April 14 that a black BMW 320D M Sport had been stolen from Damers Road some time before Friday, April 9.

A further report was received on Thursday, April 22 that the car had been located near to where it had been stolen in Windsor Road.

Following enquiries, a 22-year-old local man has been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice and driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance. He has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

Police Constable Scott Williams, of Dorchester Police, said: "We are carrying out an investigation into this report and are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the vehicle being driven in the area between Friday, April 9 and Thursday, April 22.

"I would also urge anyone to get in touch if they have seen anyone entering or exiting the vehicle in the area of Windsor Road during this period.

"The car involved is a distinctive vehicle with black alloys and smoked rear windows."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at dorset.police.uk, email [email protected] or call 101, quoting incident number 55210063200.

To stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or at Crimestoppers-uk.org