People in a town been praised by the police for their efforts in clamping down on road crime.

Broadland Police said information from the public and help from British Transport Police saw them take two uninsured motorcycles off the road in Thorpe St Andrew.

Thed three riders ran away when they saw police approaching.

On Twitter, Broadland Police said: “Working with @BTPEAnglia and vigilant members of the public in Thorpe St Andrew two uninsured vehicles have been taken off the road. Seen this afternoon the 3 riders didn’t fancy hanging around on seeing us #Seized #NoInsurance #PC1636.”

Eastern Daily Press: Two uninsured vehicles have been taken off the road in Thorpe St Andrew. Picture: Broadland PoliceTwo uninsured vehicles have been taken off the road in Thorpe St Andrew. Picture: Broadland Police (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: Police have taken two uninsured cars off the road in Thorpe St Andrew. Picture: Getty ImagesPolice have taken two uninsured cars off the road in Thorpe St Andrew. Picture: Getty Images (Image: Archant)