TWO men have been arrested following a series of burglaries and vehicle crime in the Bradford district.

The men, aged 18 and 36, from Silsden, were arrested and appeared in Bradford Magistrates' Court for the crimes which took place in Riddlesden, East Morton and Steeton.

A spokesperson for Keighley Neighbourhood Policing Team said: "Two males from Silsden were arrested on Friday following a series [of] burglaries and vehicle crime in the Riddlesden, East Morton and Steeton areas.

"The males, aged 18 and 36, appeared at Bradford Magistrate’s Court, each charged with 11 offences including burglary, theft from motor vehicle and fraud by false representation.

"They were remanded into prison pending their next court appearance in June.

"Many thanks to all those residents who assisted in our enquiries."