An Ashford teenager has been arrested and bailed after a suspicious fire on Friday night.

Firefighters and police were called to a ground floor flat in Bond Road, South Ashford at midnight. No one was injured.

A 19-year-old man was arrested shortly afterwards. He was questioned by police and released on bail.

Anyone with information about the cause of the fire can call the police on 01233 896281.

Meanwhile, 10 firefighters tackled a blaze at a flat in Old High Street, Folkestone, which is also thought to have been started deliberately.

The fire broke out at around 10.40pm Friday.

Two families had to be re-housed by the Red Cross. The charity often helps people affected by house fires.