A VEHICLE fire in the city is being treated as arson.

A Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crew were called to a vehicle fire on Rowan Avenue, Worcester on Sunday night (October 27).

After two firefighters tackled the blaze, police officers were requested to attend due to "suspected deliberate ignition."

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "At around 10.35pm last night (October 27), we were called by the fire service to Rowan Avenue following a vehicle fire.

"The fire is being treated as arson and enquiries are ongoing."