POLICE are appealing for information after a lit barbecue brick was placed under a car.

The car was parked on a drive in Herne Bay Road, Whistable, when it caught fire. The fire spread to another vehicle next to it and a house, which suffered minor damages.

No injuries were reported but both vehicles were severely damaged.

It happened on December 21, 2007.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 01227 762055 (quote ref 11315), or call Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.