A car has been seized by police after it travelled more than 40 miles with no valid licence or insurance.

Eden Police stopped the vehicle on the A66 at Appleby today (January 23).

Travelling in the vehicle were two friends from different households, who were both reported for breaching coronavirus restrictions.

The vehicle was also seized by officers.

A66, Appleby. Proactive Team observe this vehicle that’s travelled over 40 miles. Two friends from different addresses in the vehicle. Driver has revoked licence, no insurance and reported for offences. Both reported for breaching Coronavirus restrictions too. Vehicle seized.