An arsonist is believed to have struck at workshops near Lowestoft early today after three vehicles caught alight.

Two fire crews were sent to Sandpit Lane, Ellough, to a building fire shortly after 4.05am.

The original report said there was a fire in the workshops.

When firefighters arrived they found three vehicles on fire next to workshop.

A small area of garage was affected by fire, which had spread from the vehicles.

The fire – which was believed to be of suspicious origin - was out by 4.50am.