Dorset Police have arrested a sixth person in connection with the death of a woman in her 80s found at her home in Poole. A 17-year-old boy from Wimborne was arrested on suspicion of murder and burglary, bringing the total number of arrests to six as the investigation continues.
The woman was discovered dead at her address on Higher Blandford Road on Monday, December 1, at 4:52 PM after the ambulance service reported a sudden death. Officers attending the scene observed signs of a possible burglary at the property.
Five individuals were arrested earlier in the investigation: a 32-year-old man from Verwood, a 30-year-old man from Wimborne, a 16-year-old boy from Romsey, a 22-year-old man from Wimborne, and a 21-year-old man from Alderholt. All six have been arrested on suspicion of murder and burglary. All have since been released on police bail.
Investigation and Public Appeal
Detective Inspector Shaun Inkpen of Dorset Police's Major Crime Investigation Team said: «Our thoughts are very much with the family and friends of the woman who sadly died. The investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding her death. The arrests have been made to assist officers in gathering as much information as they can, while providing legal protection to the individuals.»
He appealed for witnesses: «As we continue our investigation, I am keen to hear from anyone who was in the area of Higher Blandford Road, near the junction with Cotton Close, between Saturday 29 November and Monday 1 December 2025, and witnessed any suspicious activity or captured any relevant dashcam footage.»
Police have increased their presence in the area. Inkpen acknowledged that «incidents such as this can cause concern for the local community» and said officers can be approached by members of the public with information or concerns. A cordon was put in place at the scene to facilitate enquiries.
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