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Detectives continuing to investigate a reported burglary in Bournemouth are issuing a new CCTV image of a man they would like to identify.

Dorset Police received a report at around 4.30pm on Tuesday 10 June 2025 that a man allegedly entered an unlocked address in Gervis Road and took a handbag containing cash, a bank card and house keys. He walked off in the direction of Christchurch Road.

It was reported that prior to the incident, a man and woman were standing behaving suspiciously in Weston Drive. They followed the man in the same direction after he left the address.

Several fraudulent transactions were subsequently made totalling over £650.

Then, a further report was received at 7.45am on Wednesday 11 June 2025 that two men allegedly attempted to gain entry to the same address using a set of keys. When challenged by the occupants, the men became verbally aggressive before eventually leaving.

One of the men was described as aged in his 50s and of large build, with a round face and a bald head. He was wearing a black top and black trousers.

A 41-year-old man from Bournemouth, who was arrested on suspicion of burglary and fraud offences, continues to be released on police bail as the investigation continues.

Detective Constable Christian Bryant, of Bournemouth police, said: “We are continuing to carry out enquiries into this incident and we have now obtained a new CCTV image of a man we would like to identify who we suspect may have been involved.

“I am appealing to anyone with information regarding his identity to please get in touch.

“I am also continuing to appeal to anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area at the time the reported offences took place who has not yet spoken to us to please get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250082966. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.