TWO people have been arrested after an alleged armed raid at a post office in Wimborne – which saw cash taken from a safe.

The incident occurred at Furzehill Post Office, in Smugglers’ Lane, between 6pm and 6.10pm on Tuesday, January 10.

Dorset Police detectives are now appealing for any witnesses – or anyone with relevant dashcam footage – to come forward.

Police said three offenders are reported to have entered the post office and made off with a quantity of cash from a safe.

One of the men was reportedly in possession of a firearm, they said.

A full investigation was launched by detectives from Dorset County CID and following extensive enquiries, two men have been arrested in connection with the incident.

A 43-year-old man from Wimborne and a 32-year-old man from Christchurch have been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to steal and possessing a firearm while committing a schedule one offence.

Detective Inspector Rhys Griffiths, of Dorset County CID, said: “Our investigation into this incident remains ongoing and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area around the relevant timeframe to please contact us.

“I would also urge any motorists who were driving in the vicinity to please check any dashcam footage for anything that might assist our enquiries.

“There will continue to be an increased police presence in the area as our investigation continues. Officers can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns.”

Anyone with information should contact Dorset Police via www.dorset.police.uk/contact, or by calling 101, quoting incident number 55230005000.

They can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.