Officers are appealing for information from the public as they investigate a theft and criminal damage at a botanical garden in Weymouth.

Between 7pm on Tuesday 6 October 2026 and 7.30am on Wednesday 7 October 2026, entry was gained to the Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens.

It was reported that lighting equipment and a flatbed trailer were stolen, and damage was caused to a gate.

Police Constable Liam Sutherland, of Dorset Police, said: “We are carrying out enquiries into this incident to establish who was responsible.

“I am keen to hear from anyone who may have seen or heard any suspicious activity in the area of the gardens overnight from Tuesday 6 October 2026 to Wednesday 7 October 2026.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260158455. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

Source: Dorset Police news release.