Community Police Info

Published: 26 January 2018

Last Updated: 12 October 2019

Dorset Police ask; "could your
enquiry be answered by NED?"

Do you have issues with parking? Noisy neighbours? Concerned with an animal’s welfare? Not sure who to contact… Then AskNED – the non-emergency directory.

Dorset Police has launched a new online knowledgebase designed to help the public find answers to common enquiries and guide them to the right agencies.

AskNED offers help and advice around a whole host of topics such as civil matters including landlord and tenant disputes, as well as criminal matters including burglary and assault. AskNED provides advice and information about what you should do and who can help.

The online service is quick and easy to use. It is an alphabetical list of topics the police commonly receive enquiries about, along with details of the agencies who can help you.

Head of Contact Management for Dorset Police, Superintendent Steve Lyne said: “Ask NED is a useful resource for the public, providing information on topics we are most commonly asked about.

“It is an alphabetical list of topics that hold information and signposting details for that subject.
“Ultimately, I hope that AskNED will assist the public with questions they may have and divert people away from the 101 non-emergency number which will in turn provide further improvements to our service.”

To access the AskNED knowledgebase visit www.dorset.police.uk/askNED. Remember, it is quicker and easier to report online, however the 101 non-emergency service is available should you wish to speak to someone. If a crime is in progress or life in danger always dial 999.

Ask NED is a Non-Emergency Directory. It is a service that combines the questions that members of the public have asked with contact details of those that can help.

Ask NED includes the Ask the Police database and common questions asked of our partner organisations.

CLICK on the image, above, to visit the 'ask NED' website

Published: 10 December 2017

Last Updated: 10 December 2017

Published: 10 December 2017

Last Updated: 10 December 2017

Increasingly fraud is becoming more complex and deceptive, much of which is targeted at vulnerable and elderly people. Technology is enabling fraudsters to carry out attacks quicker and employ more complex behaviours to remain undetected.

The three key messages for this campaign are:
1. One of the best ways to fight against the fraudsters is to take steps to prevent yourself from being caught out – prevention through awareness is a vital tool to combat fraudsters

2. Stay on top of the recent scams in Dorset by going to the Fraud Alerts page on the Dorset Police website

3. Advice to friends and relatives who visit the homes of the elderly and vulnerable to help them spot the warning signs that someone may be a victim of fraudKey social media messages - #FraudAlert

Fraud often affects the most vulnerable in the community, but anyone can be a target. Be #FraudAlert

Fraudsters do not just target individuals, they target businesses too. Be #FraudAlert and keep up to date with new scams affecting Dorset

Remember: You will never be asked for your personal banking details, such as passwords and PIN numbers. Be #FraudAlert

Never feel embarrassed about being a victim of fraud, it can happen to anyone but its important you report it! Be #FraudAlert

Published: 19 September 2016

Last Updated: 10 December 2017

Dear Martinstown folk...

I would just like to introduce PC 1316 Jim Long who is now the new Rural Neighbourhood Police Officer.

He will be looking after Rural West and Rural East of Dorchester so does have a large area to cover but does hope to get out and about to meet you all at some time or another.

Continue reading PCSO Sarah's article

Published: 19 September 2016

Last Updated: 14 February 2018

Meet your local Neighbourhood Policing Team

Martinstown Store & Post Office

2nd Wednesday of EVERY MONTH
11.00 -11.30

If for you cannot make this but would still like to speak with us please contact: 101
or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Thank you Sarah PCSO 5410