Kent Police and the DVLA has clamped 16 untaxed vehicles in Tonbridge and Malling.

The joint operation on Wednesday was part of an ongoing, monthly initiative run by the two organisations aimed at cracking down on motorists who leave vehicles parked on public roads without valid road tax.

Those who fail to pay a release fee, of £260, risk having their vehicles seized by the DVLA.

Areas visited included Wrotham, Tonbridge and Offham.

PC Colin Eade, from the Tonbridge and Malling Community Safety Unit, said: "We act upon concerns raised by members of the public, and partner agencies such as the borough council and housing associations, to penalise motorists who are breaking the law.

"It would not be fair on law abiding motorists if those who fail to pay their tax go unnoticed and that is one reason why we regularly carry out this enforcement action.

"This is also a useful way of deterring criminals, who are known to use untaxed vehicles while committing crime."