POLICE have today searched an Evesham scrap dealer due to recent thefts of cars.

The warrant was executed at the scrap yard in Malvern today said Evesham's safer neighbourhood team.

As spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Today Evesham SNT have conducted a search warrant at a local scrap dealer. Working in partnership with the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency, and Worcestershire Trading Standards, we are acting due to recent thefts of motor vehicles."

Crimes can be reported by Neighbourhood Matters or via Crimestoppers anonymously.