A CAR crashed into a business's gates before driving off, causing thousands of pounds of damage.

Police are appealing for information after a criminal damage incident, in Lawford, on Sunday, January 6.

It was reported that a black BMW 3 Series and a red Mercedes with the lettering 'MTP' on it, were driving anti-socially on Riverside Avenue West at about 5pm.

An Essex Police spokesman said the BMW was seen crashing into the gates belonging to a local business.

Both cars drove off in the direction of Station Road.

He said: "We understand the images aren't very clear, but if anyone has any information or witnessed the incident, please call the Harwich Local Policing Team on 101, quoting reference 42/4508/19.

"Information can also be given completely anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org."