POLICE are investigating reports that a man attempted to break into a property with a screwdriver in Lyme Regis.
The incident is being treated as an attempted burglary and police are issuing an image of a man they would like to speak to as part of their enquiries.
At around 2.50pm on Thursday June 24 a man attempted to force entry to a property with a screwdriver on West Hill Road.
The man was disturbed by a neighbour and nothing was stolen.
Police Constable Tim Sturgess, of West Dorset police, said: “As part of my enquiries, I am now in a position to release an image of a man I am keen to identify as part of my investigation.
“I would urge anyone who recognises him to please contact Dorset Police.”
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, quoting occurrence number 55210100940. Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call freephone 0800 555 111.
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