Mini Motos seized

Police in Great Harwood have seized and destroyed a mini moto after spotting two teenagers riding one in the town.

The 17 and 15 year olds were caught riding the bike on Alan Ramsbottom Way after they had travelled from Blackburn on the canal towpath.

As part of an ongoing crackdown on mini motos officers also seized another bike from a youth on Cross Street.

Police say they will not tolerate this type of nuisance and behaviour in the town.

Community Beat Manager PC Andy Sarchet said: “ Anti-social use of mini motos has been impacting heavily on the quality of life for many residents in Great Harwood and we will not tolerate this type of behaviour.

“ Not only do they cause a nuisance to members of the community, but they can also be extremely dangerous to other road users and pedestrians.”