POLICE seized a bag of amphetamine after they pursued an alleged disqualified driver.

Officers spotted a vehicle which they said was speeding off attempting to evade them in the area of Wargrave Road in Newton-le-Willows.

St Helens Star: The car was seen by police in Newton-le-WillowsThe car was seen by police in Newton-le-Willows

Police caught up with the suspect, a woman, who they allege was disqualified from driving.

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Officers added the vehicle key had been hidden in a nearby gutter and that they also found a bag of amphetamine.