Police target car cruisers

Police said the drivers were spinning out of control

Motorists taking part in a "car cruising" event in Bedfordshire face prosecution for driving offences, police said.

Officers stopped the event on an industrial estate in Cranfield at the weekend after complaints about similar gatherings from local residents.

A team of 14 officers, acting under an initiative called Operation TAB, descended on University Way after more than 150 people gathered in about 80 cars on Sunday night.

Police said at least 10 cars were being driven in a reckless manner.

Some cars were spotted doing 360 degree spins and going out of control, one hit a kerb damaging the suspension and one person was seen placing oil at a roundabout to aid skidding.

Police said 10 motorists now face prosecution for offences including dangerous driving.

They will also receive letters, issued under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act, warning their vehicles will be seized if they are caught again.