A CAR was set on fire in a village near Frome in the early hours on a Sunday morning.

Some time between 1.30am and 2.30am on February 4, a man is reported to have set fire to a car parked in Highbury Street, Coleford.

Police and firefighters attended the incident and the cause of the fire is believed to be deliberate. It is being investigated as an arson attack.

Officers are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed a car leaving the scene at speed in the direction of Anchor Road, Coleford.

Officer in the case, PC Joshua Piper, said: “We understand this may be a concerning incident for the residents of Coleford, however we would like to reassure them that we believe this is an isolated incident and there is no further risk posed to the public.

“If you have any information or can help us in our enquiries, please get in touch at the earliest opportunity.”

Anyone with information, or who may have relevant footage around the time of the incident, should contact police on 101 and quote reference 5224029901.