POLICE are appealing for witnesses after two men crashed a stolen car into a rail crossing near Dorchester on Valentine’s Day.
Dorset Police said a man driving a white Mercedes stopped to assist two men by a silver Ford Focus that had seemingly broken down or had been involved in a car crash near the Woodsford level crossing on Lewell Road near Crossways at around 7.35pm.
The two men then reportedly removed the Mercedes driver from his car and drove off in the vehicle before crashing into a barrier at the level crossing.
The pair reportedly then left the Mercedes and attempted to stop other passing vehicles – making threats to the occupants – before leaving the scene on foot.
Officers carried out an extensive search of the area but could not find the men.
The rail operator was notified in relation to damage to the level crossing.
Detective constable Mia-Isabella Bowditch, of Dorset County CID, said: “We are continuing to carry out enquiries to identify the men involved in this incident and I would urge any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to please make contact with us.
“I would also urge any motorists who were travelling in the vicinity around the relevant time period to please review any dashcam footage to see if they have captured anything that might assist our investigation.
“There will be an increased policing presence in the vicinity as we carry out enquiries and officers can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police on 101 using reference number 55250022301 or to make a report via the Dorset Police website.
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