A 30-year-old Bridport man has been charged and was due to appear in court in connection with a break-in in Bridport.

It was reported that at around 1.30am on Thursday, August 9, a break-in occurred at the Bridport Bowling Club in Priory Lane.

The offender reportedly forced entry by smashing a window and carried out a search of the premises. It is not believed anything was stolen.

Following enquiries and a CCTV appeal, the man was arrested and charged with burglary.

He was due to appear at Weymouth Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, December 12.