AN UNINSURED moped was seized by police in Reading yesterday (January 25).

Thames Valley Police (TVP) Roads Policing said a moped in central Reading was found to have no valid insurance policy so has been taken from the rider, who has been reported.

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TVP Roads Policing announced this on Twitter, along with a picture of the bike.

They said: "Moped seized in central Reading with no valid insurance policy.

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"Rider reported. #noinsurancenomoped #oxoncshift #P132 #P6874."

Others on social media praised the force, with one commenting "Great work!"