Bridport Council's Leader David Rickard has called for "vigilance" after an aggravated burglary.

Dorset Police is continuing to investigate after three men entered a house in Bridport armed with a knife.

A witness appeal is ongoing following the incident at around 5.11pm on Sunday, November 27 on Alexandra Road, Skilling.

The offenders forced the victim out of the address, where he was able to run away from the scene in the direction of Elizabeth Avenue.

He did not sustain any serious injuries. Officers attended and searches were carried out, assisted by the NPAS helicopter.

Cllr Rickard said: "When you compare our area to everywhere else in the country, we are a much safer area and we don't see many crimes like these.

"However it is obviously not acceptable anywhere.

"We need vigilance, when rare events such as these occur there is a risk of us all becoming complacent.

"We must hope that people keep vigilant and look out for their neighbours."

The offenders are all described as white. Two were approximately five feet eight inches tall and were wearing black facemasks and black hooded tops with the hood up.

The third man is described as five feet 11 inches tall and of stocky build.

Detective Inspector Andy Marsh, of Dorset County CID, said: “A full investigation has been launched into the incident and a cordon is in place while enquiries are carried out at the scene.

“I would ask anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in the area around the relevant time to please come forward.

“Also, I am keen to hear from any residents or motorists who may have either CCTV or dashcam footage that will assist our enquiries.

“Officers from the local neighbourhood policing team can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns.”

Cllr Rickard added: "The police responded and were on the scene very quickly.

"I am encouraged by the Police response."

Anyone with information should contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/contact or by calling 101, quoting incident number 27:414.

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