POLICE are hunting arsonists after two vehicles were set alight within hours if each other in Southampton.

The attacks took place in Bitterne in the early hours of Saturday, September 13.

A white Ford Transit van was set on fire between 2.50-2.58am in Kesteven Road.

Nearly two hours later a red Ford Focus was found alight between 4.15-4.25am in Edelvale Road.

Witnesses should contact PC Sarah Brazier on 101.