A GO-KART driver causing a nuisance sparked a police chase in Nursling.

According to Hampshire Roads Policing Unit, who tweeted at 1am yesterday, police officers had attended a modified car meet in the area.

The go-kart in question caught their eye when it was seen 'pinging around a car park' nearby.

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Officers approached the go-kart driver who then fled the area - prompting them to put their blue lights on and chase down the offender.

The pursuit, which happened on public roads, was eventually brought to a stop.

Police confirmed the go-kart was seized and the driver was dealt with for driving offences.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary has been approached for further information.