A streetlight has been left damaged as a result of a crash.

The incident took place on Saturday night on Weymouth Way, during which a car crashed into the streetlight, leaving it bent.

The damaged streetlightThe damaged streetlight (Image: NQ)

At present the lamppost is cordoned off with traffic cones and tape whilst it awaits repair from Dorset Council.

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: “It is reported that at around 9.45pm on Saturday, November 9, that a single vehicle collision occurred on Weymouth Way.

“The vehicle collided with a light and the local authority was notified. Recovery was arranged for vehicle and no injuries reported.”