An attempt to break into a shop near Sherborne with a metal bar has led to two men being arrested on suspicion of burglary.

It is reported that at around 8.55pm on Tuesday, April 16, two men tried to force entry to the TK Maxx store at Babylon Hill south of Yeovil.

The offenders reportedly used a metal bar on the store shutters to gain entry but were disturbed by shop staff before they made off from the scene on a black motorcycle.

A 44-year-old man and a 45-year-old man from Yeovil were later arrested on suspicion of burglary offences.

Detectives investigating the aggravated burglary are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Detective Sergeant Claire Lloyd, of Dorset Police, said: “I am keen to hear from any witnesses or anyone with relevant information that might assist our investigation.

“I am particularly keen to speak to anyone who was near the store and witnessed any suspicious activity at the time of the incident, as well as any motorists driving in the area of Babylon Hill who may have captured relevant footage on their dashcams.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240056321.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.