AN investigation has been launched into a suspected arson in Hoylake.

The incident, which happened on Tuesday, July 30 at around 12.25am behind Charles Road, involved a white Transit van allegedly being set alight.

A fire crew from West Kirby remained at the scene until 1.10am and the vehicle was taken away by forensic experts.

House-to-house enquiries were carried out and CCTV is being sought from the area.

A joint Fire Service and Police investigation is now underway into the cause of the fire.

Anyone with information can contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 2265 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.