A CAR was torched in an early morning arson attack.

Firefighters were called to Haryngton Avenue in Bewsey at around 2.45am on Sunday, May 8.

Crews used a set of breathing apparatus and one hose reel jet to extinguish the flames.

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A spokesman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “The fire is believed to have been set deliberately.”

One fire engine from Warrington dealt with the incident.