An Australian police minister has told off One Direction after their entourage reportedly drove through red lights to escape fans.

Eyewitnesses claimed today (September 26) that the group were in a number of vehicles as they left the airport in Perth and headed to their hotel.

However, it has been reported that enthusiastic fans of the band chased after them, with the group's vehicles running through red lights in the process to speed away from the devotees.

WA Police Minister Liza Harvey told Perth Now that the reported behaviour shouldn't be seen on the streets, warning that there could be police action taken if red lights are run again. 

"It’s an operational matter for police but I would encourage One Direction to pull their head in in Western Australia and set an example for their predominantly young fans."

She added: “It’s a clear message for everyone who uses our roads. We have really strong legislation in this state and that applies to everybody who visits here. We extend a warm welcome but when you’re here we expect you to apply the same standards that we apply to our community."

Next up for One Direction meanwhile on the Australia and New Zealand leg of their Take Me Home tour are two dates at Perth's Indoor Arena on September 28 and 29 before the group head to Melbourne.