THREE motorcyclists have been handed warnings after they were caught doing stunts in the New Forest, say police.

Over the weekend, police worked with Forestry England and slapped three motorcyclists with Section 59 warnings for doing stunts on the Beaulieu aerodrome.

They were reportedly also seen trying to ride in the forest.

The warning means that if they are spotted doing stunts again their bikes could be seized.

Police have been cracking down on speeding across the New Forest as part of the ongoing Operation Mountie which aims to reduce animal deaths.

On June 8, three drivers were handed tickets and 25 drivers were issued advice on the dangers of speeding.

Police say tickets were given for having no insurance and no MOT.

But one driver had his car seized for not having a driving licence.

The speed checks took place at Bramble Hill Walk on the Roger Penny Way, Pig Bush, Lyndhurst, Crockford Clump, Hawkhill and Ashley Walk, also on Roger Penny Way.

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