Off-road motorcyclists have been causing havoc by riding over crops and causing criminal damage.

Police are investigating reports from concerned locals in Peacehaven and Piddinghoe in recent weeks.

The downs around Hoddern Farm, Peacehaven, and the skate park and surrounding areas at Piddinghoe have been worst affected.

Police believe they could either be local or coming from further afield in vans.

Sergerant Kevin Leete, of the Lewes neighbourhood policing team, is asking the public to note and report details of any riders causing problems.

Descriptions of their bikes and clothing, registration numbers of bikes or vans parked in the vicinity and, if possible to acquire without risk of confrontation, photographs taken on mobile phones or cameras would all be helpful.

Anyone able to assist should email 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or phone 101.