TWO vehicles were extensively damaged in a suspected arson attack in Bowburn, near Durham.

At approximately 7pm on Wednesday, two vehicles parked in a rear lane near Newburn Avenue were set on fire.

Both the VW Golf car and Vauxhall Vivaro camper van suffered extensive damage.

PC Russ Booth, of Durham CID, said: “We want to reassure local residents that this has been an isolated incident, however, they are encouraged to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity."

Any witness to the incident is asked to contact either PC Booth on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800-555111.