VOLUNTEERS in Verwood are urgently needed to join the neighbourhood watch scheme to continue to fight crime.

The Neighbourhood Watch for Verwood, Three Legged Cross and Woodlands will be holding an extraordinary meeting to discuss the future of the group and is inviting people interested in volunteering to come along.

The meeting takes place on Thursday, January 15 at Verwood Memorial Hall, starting at 7pm.

A spokesman said: “There is a need for us all to look out for our neighbours and show care in the community.”