Police made two arrests after a car was stolen during a burglary in Aigburth last weekend.
Officers received reports a white Peugeot was stolen from outside a property on Errol Street, on Sunday, January 30, between 2am and 10.30am.
The victims reported that the offenders broke into their property and took the keys.
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Detectives launched an investigation and days later, on Tuesday, February 1, they spotted the Peugeot near Fulwood Drive, just streets away.
Officers attended the scene and chased down two teenagers.
An 18-year-old and 14-year-old, both from Liverpool, were arrested on suspicion of theft of a car.
They were taken into custody and were questioned by police. They have now been released under investigation pending further enquiries.
Inspector Dave Uren said: "Thanks to information from the local community and our extensive investigations we have been able to make two arrests in relation to a vehicle theft following a burglary in the L17 area.
"We understand how concerning such incidents are for local residents and I would like to reassure the community that we are doing all we can to find out who is responsible for vehicle thefts and burglaries.
"If you witness any suspicious behaviour or theft in your community please contact us via our social media desk @MerPolCC, Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or call 999 if a crime is in progress.
"The information you provide can really make a difference in finding those responsible and putting them before the courts.
"There are also some simple measures you can take to prevent your vehicle being an easy target, so please have a read of our website."
Anyone with information on the incident on Errol Street, or vehicle theft in their community should contact Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’.
You can also call 101 quoting incident reference 22000071469 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously
