AN investigation has been launched after a mini digger was stolen from the Bridport area.

The mini digger, along with other building equipment, was stolen from a site in Halstock-Leigh.

Bridport Police stated unknown offenders entered the site at sometime between the evening of Tuesday, January 12 and the morning of Wednesday, January 13.

A spokesman for the police called for anyone with information on the incident to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk,, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101.

Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.