CCTV has been released after a life-size statue of a Storm Trooper made out of Lego was damaged outside a shop in Bournemouth town centre.

A man kicked the statue at 3.22pm on Saturday, September 7, outside Beales in Old Christchurch Road.

Police said the statue was kicked over, causing its head to shatter on the ground.

Police Community Support Investigator Dave Singleton, of Bournemouth police, said: “As part of my enquiries I have obtained CCTV images of the suspect.

“While I appreciate the quality is not great, they are the best we have and I would ask anyone who recognises him to please contact Dorset Police.”

Anyone with information can contact Dorset Police on 101 quoting occurrence number 55190141157. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers.