POLICE officers engaged with around 30 motorists who had gathered in Basingstoke for a car meet on Sunday, December 11.

According to police, they spoke to the motorists after getting information about a car meet at the Leisure Park in Euskirchen Way.

A spokesperson said: “Motorists were spoken with and advice was given regarding modifications they had made to their vehicles.

“Intelligence was gathered during the operation and Section 59 warnings may be issued at a later date.

“S59 warnings are issued to both the driver and vehicle when used in a manner causing alarm, distress and annoyance. If either are subsequently stopped, then a seizure may take place.”

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The interception was part of Operation Chromium, launched by Hampshire Constabulary to take curb unauthorised car meets in the region.

As part of separate checks, police seized three vehicles without insurance from Basingstoke roads on Sunday, December 11.

During the operation, officers checked more than 20 vehicles for various  offences.

A vehicle with bald tyres was prohibited from use, while one motorist was stopped for not having a driving licence.

One car did not have vehicle tax and two people were dealt with at the scene for not wearing seatbelts.

Officers found two vehicles had illegal tinted windows. The tints were voluntarily removed by vehicle owners following engagement with officers.

During another stop, a small amount of cannabis was seized and a man was dealt with by way of a community resolution.

Meanwhile, a 27-year-old man from Tadley was arrested on suspicion of an immigration offence. He has been dealt with by Immigration Enforcement.

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District commander for Basingstoke, chief inspector Scott Johnson said: “I’m pleased with the results of last night’s operation and glad that our presence is having a positive impact following reports of anti-social behaviour linked to unauthorised car meets in the town.”

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones said: “These results are a great example of the police, councils and the public working together to crack down on the anti-social and illegal use of vehicles.

“These meets cause communities serious concerns, and can be anti-social and very dangerous. A number of vehicles were being driven illegally and I am pleased to see police take serious action this weekend, cracking down on those breaking the law, and warning others about the consequences.”