POLICE swooped on illegal scrambler and moped riders in Newton.

They hit illegal riding hotspots and, on Saturday, handed out warnings to the public at Warwick Avenue in Newton.

Anyone with information about the anti-social riding of off-road vehicles should call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or to report the anti-social use of off-road bikes contact Merseyside Police on 0151 709 6010.