Dorset Police’s Rural Crime Team was in attendance at the Three Okefords Steam Rally over the weekend.

Their presence was part of a series of ‘Meet the Neighbourhood Policing Team events taking place to allow members of the community to proactively engage with local officers.

The Steam Rally took place in Shillingstone on Saturday and Sunday having been established in the village since 1989. Dorset Police said they had a “great atmosphere and response” during the busy family event.

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Dorset Police said: “it’s vitally important that we are accessible to the communities we police. As such, we attend many local events and meetings where you can speak with us face-to-face.

"There were thousands of visitors from across Dorset and beyond. We got the chance to speak to lots of you today, and in particular members of the young community with aspirations to join the Force themselves. They loved wearing police hats and trying out the police car."

There will be another community drop-in at 98 St Mary Street on Tuesday, May 31st between 11am and 11.45am.