FIREFIGHTERS and police officers are investigating a suspected arson in Ipswich today.

The blaze broke out in Ellenbrook Road at around 9pm.

A fire crew from Princes Street fire station were alerted and discovered a wheelie bin and nearby bench alight.

A spokesman for the fire brigade said the fire is believed to be suspicious and police officers were called to the scene.

The flames were extinguished by 9.15pm.