CAR THIEVES CONVICT THEMSELVES

If you get flashed by a Gatso, whatever you do, don't turn and grin at the machine.

Three car thieves who stole a Ford Escort in Bournemouth, later found torched, did just that -- and made themselves instantly identifiable.

According to a Daily Mirror story, police couldn't believe their luck when they found the shots in the camera. Local police have already arrested one 16-year-old in connection with the incident. He has since been released on bail pending further inquiries.

• Dumb car thieves smile for camera