YOBS have thrown rocks at cars, causing significant damage to the vehicles.

Two men were seen riding mountain bikes and throwing rocks on Elizabeth Way, on the Somercotes Estate in Basildon.

Residents reported on Sunday that several vehicles were damaged on Elizabeth Way and Iris Mews at around 9.30pm, with reports stating that concrete was being thrown at cars by the yobs.

A spokesman from Essex Police, said: "We were called to reports of criminal damage in Elizabeth Way, Basildon on Sunday 10 November at around 9.20pm.

"Two men described as aged between 19-24, they were riding mountain bikes and were reported to be throwing rocks at cars.

"The first man was described as wearing a black hoodie and blue jogging bottoms. The second man was wearing a black puffer style coat.

"If you have any information about the incident please call us on 101 quoting crime reference number 42/179294/19 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."