A car was totally destroyed in what police have established as a deliberate blaze in Sidford.

Sidmouth Herald: Sidmouth fire station were called out to the fire this morning. Picture: Devon and Somerset Fire ServiceSidmouth fire station were called out to the fire this morning. Picture: Devon and Somerset Fire Service (Image: Archant)

The blaze, in Lower Brook Meadow, was extinguished with a jet but by the time it had been put under control, the vehicle, which was parked outside homes, was totally destroyed.

The incident happened at 12.32am today (Wednesday).

Sidmouth Herald: Sidmouth fire station were called out to the fire this morning. Picture: Devon and Somerset Fire ServiceSidmouth fire station were called out to the fire this morning. Picture: Devon and Somerset Fire Service (Image: Archant)

Sidmouth Herald: Sidmouth fire station were called out to the fire this morning. Picture: Devon and Somerset Fire ServiceSidmouth fire station were called out to the fire this morning. Picture: Devon and Somerset Fire Service (Image: Archant)