11-Year-Old Arrested for Driving Stolen BMW and Caravan on M1

The young driver was apprehended by North Yorkshire Police, highlighting a recent spike in caravan thefts.

An 11-year-old boy was arrested after being found driving a BMW towing a suspected stolen caravan on the M1.
North Yorkshire Police were called to a theft at a holiday park near Thirsk, tracking the vehicle from the A1 to the M1.
The boy was arrested on suspicion of theft, burglary, going equipped for theft, and motoring offences including dangerous driving.
Equipment used for theft and a number of vehicle registration plates were discovered in the vehicle.
The caravan owner praised the police's quick response, as the force advises caravan owners to take preventive measures against theft.