A total of 60 off-road motorcycles and quad bikes were stopped by police as part of a crackdown on rowdy behaviour.

The vehicles are being targeted by officers in a bid to reduce anti-social behaviour in west Kent and Medway.

The operation took place last weekend in response to concerns from multiple people using footpaths and bridleways.

It involved officers from Kent Police’s Rural Task Force and Road Safety Unit, plus others from Sussex Police’s Rural Crime Team.

Areas targeted included Holly Hill in Snodland, Common Road near Blue Bell Hill, Peters Village near Wouldham, Eccles and Burham.

It led to police stopping a total of 60 off-road motorcycles and quad bikes.

Two vehicles were seized including a suspected stolen motorcycle and one which was uninsured.

Three traffic offence reports for no insurance and driving licence offences were also issued.

Meanwhile, six other motorcyclists were given advice about the manner of their riding.

PC Luke Jorden, of Kent Police’s Rural Task Force, said: "This operation generated some great results not only in terms of numbers of riders stopped but also in the response we had from members of the public.

"We had the opportunity to meet various members of the community including hikers, dog walkers and horse riders, who were really positive about the action we were taking.

"We also spoke to responsible riders who were complying with the law and appreciated our efforts to stop those who gave them a bad name.

"Some said their own motorcycles had been stolen in the past and were pleased we were checking vehicles to see if they were legitimately owned.

"This enforcement will continue and anyone with concerns or information about the anti-social use of vehicles in their area should report incidents so that we can make the most effective use of our resources."