A CAR on false plates was seized by police in Bolton last night after a pursuit, officers said.
Traffic officers reported that they spotted a Fiat Punto in the town centre and that a check found the keeper and person insured for it is in the Wirral.
A few laps of Deane Road followed, according to police, who said they then pursued the car off road before it was abandoned on Bella Street.
Officers say the Punto was found to be on false plates and it was seized.
A Greater Manchester Police Traffic spokesman said: "Spotted this Punto in Bolton town centre.
"Quick check showed the keeper and insured to be in the Wirral.... after a few laps of Deane Road the vehicle would be pursued off road before being abandoned on Bella Street.
"Found to be on false plates. Car seized."
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