A VEHICLE has been seized in Gillingham after officers found the driver was behind the wheel without a licence.

North Dorset Police said officers were carrying out patrols in the town on Friday, February 28, when they stopped a vehicle over concerns the driver may not be properly licensed.

Checks on the Police National Computer confirmed the driver did not hold a valid licence.

The motorist has been reported for driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence.

The car was seized at the roadside and recovered to a police pound, where it will remain until it can be collected by a licensed driver.

Officers also reported that the vehicle had a number of “questionable” tyres, adding that it was fortunate the defects were identified when they were.