AN investigation has been launched after an arson attack on a car in Ellesmere Port last night.

Firefighters were called out to Trinity Road at about 9.50pm, where they discovered a vehicle well alight.

The crew, with one wearing breathing apparatus, used two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.

Firefighters damped down the scene before monitoring the temperature of the vehicle.

The cause of the fire is believed to be deliberate and anyone with information is asked to call Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 629050.