UNCLAIMED mini-motorcycles and scooters were crushed on Tuesday as a warning to would-be owners.

The off-road bikes were all seized by Greater Manchester police from youths caught riding them illegally on roads.

Police say the force is committed to tackling the "danger and nuisance" of those who flout the law.

Sgt Nick Ardran told BBC Manchester he hoped the event would act as a warning for parents not to buy the bikes for their children.