AN INVESTIGATION is underway after a man allegedly damaged the paint work of two vehicles in Poole.

It is reported that a man used a hand tool to cause the damage in Crest Road at 2.40pm on Friday October 15, 2021.

Officers investigating the paint damage have issued CCTV images of a man they would like to speak with.

Police Community Support Investigator Adam Cleaver, of Poole Police, said: “This damage has caused great expense and inconvenience to the victims.

Bournemouth Echo: Police issue appeal after damage to the paint work of two vehicles in Crest Road, PoolePolice issue appeal after damage to the paint work of two vehicles in Crest Road, Poole

“As part of my investigations I have been able to obtain two CCTV images and I would urge anyone who recognises him to please contact Dorset Police.

“Finally, I would ask anyone else who discovered damage to their vehicles in the Parkstone area of Poole on that date and has not reported it to police to please get in touch.”

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 55210168051.

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