A Volkswagen was seized by police in Little Lever on Saturday night as they suspected it had been stolen and used by criminals.

The car was spotted by PCSO Ian Garbett on Seddon Street.

It was then seized and will be investigated by the Vehicle Examination Unit.

Police said on Saturday: "This vehicle has been seized from Seddon Street in Little Lever by local PCSO 65005 Ian Garbett this evening.

"The vehicle has been seized on suspicion of being stolen/used in criminality and will be inspected by our Vehicle Examination Unit."