A car was seized by police last night following a road accident in Briercliffe, Burnley.  

The young driver of a Vauxhall lost control of the car causing the vehicle to crash. 

The driver then provided officers with false details before it was revealed that the driver had no insurance. 

The vehicle has been seized by road police and the driver has been reported. 

A spokesperson for Lancashire Road Police said: "Team three attended a Road Traffic Collision in Briercliffe.

"The young driver lost control following some exuberant driving. More sleuthing required when false details were provided, eventually it was revealed the driver had no insurance. 

"The vehicle was seized, and the driver reported."