POLICE are investigating after children from a Weymouth school were sent inappropriate messages over social media.

Dorset Police received a report on Monday evening about ‘inappropriate communication’ to pupils of Budmouth College.

A spokesman said: “Officers are working closely with the school to investigate the incident, identify victims and provide online safety messages to pupils.”

They have offered the following advice-

- Do not accept requests from strangers including friends of friends

- Check your privacy settings regularly so that only you and your friends can see posts on your wall

- If you receive images make sure you tell an adult straight away

- For more advice on how stay safe online visit thinkuknow.co.uk or to report an incident visit ceop.police.uk More to follow.