Dorset Police say they have have received reports of several vehicles being entered and items stolen in the Gyllas Way and Highgrove area of Gillingham. Door handles have also been tried on a number of other vehicles.

The force has urged owners not to leave valuables in their vehicle, and to make sure it is locked.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.