POLICE in Bradford have conducted an operation to tackle motorists shouting at girls and women from their vehicles.

Officers from across the city and district - including those from the Steerside Enforcement Team (the force's dedicated initiative for dealing with anti-social and dangerous driving) - were out on patrol last night.

They were specifically targeting people who shout things from their vehicles at female members of the public, with police explaining that sort of behaviour "will not be tolerated".

Police stopped one van after the occupant was caught shouting at undercover female officers.

The individual was reported for breaching a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO).

PSPOs can be put in place by councils to prevent certain activities being carried out in a defined public area and gives the local authority a tool to help deal with persistent issues that are damaging communities.

The aim of such orders is to keep public spaces safe, ensuring they can be enjoyed free from anti-social behaviour.

A full statement from the Steerside Enforcement Team said: "Op tonight with officers from across Bradford.

"Targeting people who are shouting things from their vehicles at women/girls.

"This will not be tolerated.

"The occupant of this vehicle shouted at undercover female officers. Reported for breach of PSPO."