Car Seizure

Car Seizure

On 05/11/2026, police received multiple reports of a vehicle being driven around the Stainton, Hemlington and Coulby Newham areas. Several sightings reported passengers within the vehicle discharging fireworks from the car into the roadway and towards pedestrian pathways. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incidents.

The vehicle was subsequently identified and later located by police. The driver was spoken to regarding their manner of driving and the associated anti-social behaviour. As a result, the vehicle was seized under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002, and the driver was issued with the appropriate warning.

This action was taken to prevent further incidents and to address behaviour causing alarm, distress and danger to members of the public.