Burglars stole power tools and building materials from a construction site.

The burglary took place over the weekend at the site near Silverlake in Warmwell.

It was reported at 6.55am yesterday.

Inspector Neil Wood, of Dorchester Police, said: “Enquiries are underway into the incident and I am appealing to anyone who was in the area over the weekend and saw or heard anything suspicious to please get in touch.

“I would also like to hear from anyone who may have seen any tools or building materials for sale locally in suspicious circumstances.

“If you have any information that may assist my investigation, please contact Dorset Police.”

Anyone with any information should contact Dorset Police on 101 and quote occurrence number 55190103934.