Two individuals are being held in police custody after a fire in Peel last night.

At about 1.45am, police and fire crews were called to Peel Promenade after reports of a motorised scooter being on fire.

A police spokesman said: ’Our Peel night patrol officers, with the help of Douglas officers were able to quickly locate two suspects who are now in Police custody to assist with our enquiries.

’If any person in the area witnessed this incident or heard anything suspicious at the time we would encourage you to contact PC 156 Nathan Lawrinson or PC 58 Sophie Dvorakova at Peel Station on 842208 or Police HQ on 631212.

’We would also like to take this opportunity to remind residents that we continue to work hard to keep our community safe, reckless and inconsiderate actions will be challenged and we thank you as ever for any help and assistance you are able to provide us.’