Cliff the police dog caught two suspected thieves after they took police on a high-speed chase.

Officers became suspicious of a vehicle they saw travelling along Sharp Way, Dartford, on Monday evening.

They began following the car which then sped away, failing to stop when requested to do so.

The silver Renault Clio was dumped eight miles away in a field off Eglantine Road, Horton Kirby.

A search ensued and Cliff was eventually able to locate two men, of Dartford, in nearby Saxon Place.

The 21 year olds were arrested on suspicion of theft, dangerous driving and possessing cannabis.

They have now been released pending further enquiries.