POLICE are urging motorists to park responsibly after an elderly resident struggled to continue their journey due to inconsiderate parking.

South Lakes Police have issued a warning online after a van parked on the pavement in Milnthorpe, blocking the path to an elderly resident.

A spokesman for South Lakes Police said: "Please park responsibly. This van was reported to the local PCSO in Milnthorpe, after an elderly resident struggled to continue their journey on this path."