'Death trap' theft van seized and three people arrested in Derbyshire town

Police have seized a vehicle believed to have been used in a number of thefts and arrested three people.
Picture from @DerbyshireRPU on Twitter.Picture from @DerbyshireRPU on Twitter.
Picture from @DerbyshireRPU on Twitter.

Officers issued a Roadside Prohibition Notice after the red Vauxhall van was found with false plates, excess corrosion, a loose battery and perished shock absorber mount as well as having no insurance or a licence.

It is believed to have been used in "several" thefts in the Amber Valley area, Derbyshire Roads Police said.

Police seized the vehicle in Ilkeston this morning.