Witness appeal following alleged criminal damage in Poole

Officers investigating alleged criminal damage to grassland in Poole are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

At around 3.58pm on Thursday 6 August 2026 Dorset Police received a report from the fire service of a fire that had been started on the grass hillside on Ling Road between Tesco and Tower Park.

It was reported two boys were seen leaving the scene and getting onto a bus. Two juvenile suspects have been identified and are assisting police with their enquiries.

Police Sergeant Sam Kinsella, of Poole police, said: “We are carrying out enquiries into this incident and I am keen to hear from any witnesses who may have seen what happened.

“I would also like to hear from anyone who may have seen or spoken to those involved.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260121365. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.