A JAR of jalapeno peppers and food sachets are among the items stolen during a theft in Branksome.

Offenders broke into a car in Norman Avenue and stole a number of items.

Officers investigating the theft from a motor vehicle are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

The incident occurred between 12.20am and 12.45am on August 17.

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: “This vehicle was entered and a number of contents were stolen. 

“These included a bottle of red wine, some food sachets, a jar of jalapeno peppers, a portable speaker, and a smart watch."

In a separate incident, a car window parked near the Travelodge at Lifeboat Quay was smashed in order to steal a road bike worth thousands of pounds.

This incident occurred between 12am and 7am on August 17 on Holes Bay Road, Poole.

An Enve Melee road bike (size 52) with a Shimano Ultegra Di group set and an Enve Foundation wheelset was stolen from the vehicle.

Anyone with information can contact Dorset Police at //www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting the relevant reference number.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.