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Local policing teams are groups of officers dedicated to serving the community. Teams are made up of officers based in the area, supported by additional officers from the wider area. 

Teams work closely with local authorities, organisations, partners and residents to decide policing priorities. This helps teams find long-term solutions to local problems. 

 

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    ASB (Anti-Social Behaviour)

    Location:
    Rivers Mead - Sturminster Newton

    Issue:
    Reports of anti-social behaviour linked to drug-related activity continue within the area, causing nuisance, concern and distress to local residents.

    Planned action to tackle this issue:
    - Work with legislation to seek prosecutions.
    - Work collaboratively with the Local authority and housing providers- using civil interventions.
    - Engage with local residents.
    - Develop intelligence.

    Issued 01 October 2026

    Action taken:

    October update:
    - This is a newly refreshed priority for the area and updates will follow

    Actioned 01 January 2027

  • Priority:

    Shoplifting

    Location:
    One Stop - Sturminster Newton

    Issue:
    One Stop has been repeatedly targeted by theft offences, resulting in financial loss to the business. There is also a wider impact on the local community, with anti-social behaviour associated with those involved contributing to nuisance, disorder and an increased fear of crime in the area.

    Planned action to tackle this issue:
    - Work to identify offenders, bring them to justice, and seek appropriate criminal behaviour orders where applicable.
    - Work closely with the store to implement measures that reduce offending and minimise the impact on staff, customers, and the business.
    - Engage with the local community to gather intelligence and encourage the reporting of incidents.
    - Work in partnership with the local authority and housing providers to address the wider issues and anti-social behaviour associated with those involved.

    Issued 01 October 2026

    Action taken:

    October update:
    - This is a newly refreshed priority for the area and updates will follow

    Actioned 01 January 2027

Meetings and events

Community Contact Point @ Marnhull Pharmacy

2:00PM - 3:00PM, Wed 21 October 2026

Marnhull Pharmacy, Church Hill Sturminster Newton

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Rural Crime Team Community Contact Point @ Mole Country Stores

2:00PM - 3:00PM, Wed 21 October 2026

Mole Country Stores, Station Road Gillingham

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Community Contact Point @ Waitrose, Gillingham

10:30AM - 11:30AM, Thu 22 October 2026

Waitrose & Partners, Le Neubourg Way Gillingham

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Mobile Police Station @ Lidl, Shaftesbury

11:00AM - 1:00PM, Thu 12 November 2026

Lidl, Christy's Lane Shaftesbury

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Community Contact Point @ The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

1:00PM - 2:00PM, Fri 13 November 2026

The Exchange - Arts Centre, Old Market Hill Sturminster Newton

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Multi-Agency Drop-In @ Open House (Father House)

11:00AM - 12:00PM, Tue 17 November 2026

The Father's House, Christy's Lane Shaftesbury

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Community Contact Point @ Marnhull Pharmacy

2:00PM - 3:00PM, Wed 18 November 2026

Marnhull Pharmacy, Church Hill Sturminster Newton

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Community Contact Point @ Dike & Son, Stalbridge

3:00PM - 4:00PM, Fri 27 November 2026

Dike & Son Ltd Supermarket, Ring Street Sturminster Newton

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Mobile Police Station @ Lidl, Shaftesbury

11:00AM - 1:00PM, Thu 10 December 2026

Lidl, Christy's Lane Shaftesbury

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