POLICE are appealing for information after a suspect was caught on fire when they set a car alight.

Officers were called to the blaze outside Deli 29 in Keighley Road, Frizinghall, just before midnight on Wednesday, January 8.

At the scene, an Audi A5 had been attacked.

Police enquiries suggest that the suspect first used an accelerant - a substance or mixture that accelerates or speeds the development and escalation of fire - on the car.

They then ignited the vehicle, but were caught in the flames, according to the enquiries.

Officers have checked hospitals for the suspect, but they could not be found.

Police are now appealing to people who were in the area at the time to assist with this investigation.

Investigating officer PC Dan Holdsworth, said: "We believe this person would have suffered burn injuries which may need further treatment, so it is important that we locate them firstly to make sure they have received appropriate medical care.

"We are appealing to anyone who was in the area at around that time and particularly to motorists, as they may have dash cam footage which can assist our enquiries."

If you believe you can assist this investigation you can call police on 101, or use the contact options on the West Yorkshire Police website.

You should quote crime reference number: 13200013446.

Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.