Two men have been arrested in relation to vehicle crime in Dorchester - taking the total to eight in the last week.

Officers from Dorchester Response White Team made the arrests while making arrest enquiries last night in the town.

It follows on from six arrests that were made last week after a spate of incidents in the area when stolen vehicles were recovered and returned to their respective owners.

READ: Five people arrested for vehicle crime

As reported, residents in the Cambridge Road area of the county town have been left too scared to leave their homes after shocking CCTV footage emerged of a gang of people opening cars. 

The latest arrests come after police said they were stepping up patrols after residents reported break-ins, as well as vandalism, with some cars in the area being keyed.

READ: Dorchester man arrested on suspicion of theft from car

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "Officers from Dorchester Response #WhiteTeam have been making arrest enquiries this evening in relation to ongoing reports of vehicle crime in Dorchester.

"Two further males have been arrested this evening as a result of ongoing enquires which have recently been made by the Neighbourhood Policing Team. Both males remain in police custody.

READ: Car break-ins reported along Cambridge Road

"Please continue to report your concerns to us so we can take the appropriate action and direct our patrols accordingly.

"The majority of vehicles that have recently been targeted have been left insecure. Please remember to ensure vehicles are locked and all valuables are removed (including keys).

READ: Police to patrol Cambridge Road after break-ins

"We understand the impact that vehicle crime has on victims and our local community. We will continue to explore all possible lines of enquiry."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at https://orlo.uk/xxzyC or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240155683.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at https://orlo.uk/z0P2E or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.