POLICE are investigating after a vehicle was torched in an arson attack.

Firefighters were called to Clay Lane in Wilmslow at around 4.30am this morning, Monday, August 7.

Crews wore breathing apparatus and used a hose reel jet to put out the fire.

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A spokesman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “It is believed the fire was started deliberately.”

Police were in attendance.

Crews dampened down the area and made the vehicle safe.

One fire engine dealt with the incident.

Anyone with information should call Cheshire Police on 101.