VILLAGERS have been left shocked after graffiti – including a swastika symbol – was sprayed on a garden fence in Corfe Mullen.

Dorset Police have been notified of the vandalism, on fencing along the alleyway at the end of Towers Way, at the rear of houses on Orchard Close.

It is understood the graffiti appeared some time between Monday and Tuesday, February 6 and 7.

Responding to news of the graffiti, residents said it was “unacceptable”.

One said: “That Swastika is completely offensive.”

A Dorset Police spokesperson said the graffiti was reported at around 1.18pm on Wednesday (February 7).

“Enquiries into the matter are ongoing and local officers have been made aware,” they added.

Dorset Police are probing the graffiti in Corfe Mullen. Pictures: Facebook