METAL wire strung across a road around head height could have seriously injured a motorcyclist, police said.

Officers are looking for two men who put the fence wire across Lee Street, Barrowford, on Tuesday.

PC Mark Dibb said anyone with information is asked to come forward.

He said: “This was an extremely dangerous act, which could easily have resulted in a very serious if not fatal consequence.

“Fortunately neighbours have discovered this wire and cut it down before anyone was hurt, however not before a motorist had already run into it.

“If you are aware of anyone who may be responsible, or if you come across other such incidents then please contact your local community beat manager, which is myself, or PSCO Trish Ashworth.”

People told of their shock on social media. One Facebook user said: “It was done with a hosepipe the other week , they must have nothing better to do.” Tahir Zaman said: “It’s kids I’ve seen them trying a rope as well. Would be a different headline if say a motorcyclist had gone past. Washing lines are dangerous never mind copper wire.”

Dianne Clarke said: “Why anyone would do this beggars belief.”

Danielle Stobbs said: “The other month they were pulling bins into road in the dark so cars would either crash or have to get out.”