A car fire which spread to a large number of apple crates is being treated as an arson attack.

Emergency services were called to Linton Hill near Maidstone at around midnight where the car, thought to be a BMW X6, was on fire.

Five fire engines attended as well as a bulk water carrier unit and technical rescue.

No injuries were reported and the cause is not yet known.

The fire is believed to have been started deliberately and detectives are carrying out a number of enquiries including reviewing CCTV footage in the area.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should call police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/89480/23.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete its online form.