Police are appealing for witnesses after two people were spotted running from a car fire.

The fire, reported by the Adver on Thursday, took place around 6pm on July 24 on William Morris Way, Swindon.

Police say that two people were reported to have been seen running away from the scene.(Image: Public submission)

An eyewitness reported the same. He said: “I saw two people running down the road. But they did not look dressed for running.

“And then I went round the corner and saw the red Vauxhall on fire.”

He added: “The car was just starting to pop as the fire brigade arrived. I was trying to stop people from going closer.(Image: Public submission)

“It did start to go up. I was concerned the fuel tank was going to go.”

A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: “We are appealing for witnesses following a car fire on William Morris Way, Swindon, just after 6pm last night (24/07).

“Two people were reported to have been seen running away from the scene.

“If you have information that could help with our enquiries, please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54240086753.”