A picture released by police has revealed the extent of damage to a stolen car after an alleged arson in west Suffolk.

The image was posted by Mildenhall Police at 4.45am today, October 8.

According to the force, officers attended an arson on a vehicle after it was believed to have been towed to a secluded location and set alight.

East Anglian Daily Times: Mildenhall Police attended an arson in west Suffolk overnightMildenhall Police attended an arson in west Suffolk overnight (Image: Mildenhall Police)

The car was identified by its vehicle identification number and was discovered to have been stolen for use at a burglary.

The victim has been notified by police.