Police warn drivers 'last chance or we'll take your car'

Police officers have threatened to "seize" vehicles from spaces in one of the UK's biggest cities.

Bordesley Green Police in stressed "powers of seizure will be used" to take vehicles parked dangerously.

They warned that safety concerns had been raised "continuously" with "a number of tickets" already issued to motorists for breaking .

The force even revealed they had written to before any action would be taken.

Local councillors have been notified and will look into any "long-term measures" to deal with the issue.

, Bordesley Green Police explained: "A number of tickets for vehicles parked dangerously along this road.

"Concerns are raised continuously for this road and the number of fines now generated is staggering.

"However this has not affected the desired change.

"A letter has been sent to every household on the street detailing the dangers of parking in such positions, our powers to deal with such parking and the consequences.

"If there is not an improvement and people continue to be put at risk - powers of seizure will be used. The council are now also involved for long-term measures."

An image posted by officers displayed the extent of the problem with a red Toyota Yaris blocking the pavement.

The hatchback had two wheels fully across the path with pedestrians likely struggling to get past.

Pavement parking appears to be a major issue in Birmingham with problems reported by nearby Washwood Heath Police back in June.

Images showed a Volkswagen Golf strewn across the pavement while a Mercedes-Benz had been left by its owner in the middle of the road.

Over the summer, : "It was a busy shift for PC Burling after he issued 14 parking tickets in Phillimore Road & in/around Eastfield Road.

"Owners were seen to rush back to move their vehicles, but this was a little late after we responded to community concerns. Road safety is paramount."

Experts at stressed motorists deciding to stop a were likely to be penalised.

They commented: "Parking on the pavement in Birmingham is discouraged because it can obstruct pedestrian walkways, posing safety hazards and inconveniences.

"Violating this rule may lead to fines, making it advisable to use inexpensive parking quarters in the city, with rates typically in pounds, to ensure compliance with regulations and promote pedestrian safety."