An arsonist could be responsible for a garage fire in Carshalton last night.

Witnesses told firefighters a youth was spotted setting fire to rubbish near a garage which caught fire in Surrey Grove at about 8.20pm.

Firefighters from Sutton and Wallington were called to the incident but said neighbours had got the fire under control using garden hoses.

Police have been notified. If you have any information you can call 101 or the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.