TWO people have been arrested by police investigating a spate of burglaries in part of the New Forest.

It comes after a member of the public reported a burglary in progress at Hangersley Hill, Ringwood, at 7.36pm yesterday.

The caller said a man entered a garage attached to the property and put items of food in a carrier bag before running off.

A police spokesman said: "Later that evening, at around 8.45pm, police were alerted to a burglary at Four Acres equestrian facility in Ringwood.

"Two sheds had been broken into and a pressure washer and numerous power tools reported stolen.

"A further burglary at White Hart Fields occurred at around 8.58pm. A man reportedly entered a house and stole a handbag which contained various personal items including bank cards and gift cards.

"Officers conducted an area search and located two people matching descriptions provided by the victims after they were seen on Summerville Road and Cunningham Close.

"Police have recovered items which are believed to have been stolen and are yet to be identified by the victims.

"A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary and possession of a Class A drug. A 31-year-old woman from Salisbury was arrested on suspicion of burglary.

"They both remain in custody at this time."