VANDALS torched a people carrier in Winsford.

Firefighters were called to Austin Close shortly after 1am this morning.

On arrival the crew discovered that the fire involved the engine compartment of a people carrier.

Firefighters used a hose reel jet to put out the fire and were at the scene for around 40 minutes.

The police also attended.

It is suspected that the fire was started deliberately.

Anyone with information about the fire should call Cheshire Policce on 101, quoting IML 673676, give the details via https://www.cheshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.