Police and fire service probe underway after suspected arson in Derbyshire

A vehicle fire in a Derbyshire village was believed to have been started deliberately last night.

By Michael Broomhead

Published 12th Jan 2020, 11:12 BST

Updated 12th Jan 2020, 11:14 BST

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Firefighters were called to Birchwood Crescent in Somercotes shortly after 6pm.

A Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “On arrival, a vehicle was well alight.

“Crews used breathing apparatus and hose reel jets to extinguish the fire and dampen down.

“The fire is believed to have been deliberate ignition.

“A joint fire and police investigation in progress,” the spokesperson added