Police are appealing for information after the brake lines of a parked scooter were deliberately cut.

The incident happened at Tramman Rise, Douglas, between 8pm on Thursday (March 18) and 9am the following morning.

Both front and rear brake lines of the scooter were cut, which police say could have caused a serious accident which could have badly injured the rider and/or other pedestrians/motorists.

If you have any information which would lead to the prosecution of the offender contact police headquarters on 631212 quoting the reference 97/11013/21.

Alternatively, you can give information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.