TWO men were arrested after villagers reported a 'suspicious van'.

Police responded after receiving a call in relation to a suspicious red van that had parked outside the shop in Mosterton.

A spokesman for Bridport Police said: "Two males were seen to get out of the van walk to the side of the premises and return.

"One of the males was carrying an item that he put in the van.

"A little while later officers stopped the vehicle in the village and the two males were arrested on suspicion of theft from an unattended motor vehicle.

"If anyone has any information about this incident, please contact us on 101.

"Please continue to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to us on 101, or 999 if you believe a crime is in progress."