Watch more of our videos on Shots!
and live on Freeview channel 276

Crews from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) and officers from Northumbria Police were called to reports of a car fire in Ramilies, Ryhope, at around 2.15am on Saturday, January 8.

A crew from Farringdon Community Fire Station were on scene in just seven minutes and were able to safely extinguish the blaze before it engulfed the vehicle.

The Toyota was damaged beyond repair but due to the quick response from firefighters, some of the owners belongings, such as her blue badge, crutches, dog lead, dog harness and dog coat, were able to be saved.

Firefighters have been praised for their quick response following an early morning car fire in Ryhope.

The fire is being treated as a malicious ignition and is being investigated by Northumbria Police alongside a second car fire in Ryhope on Friday evening.

Group Manager Tony Markwell, of TWFRS, is appealing for anyone with information relating to the incident to come forward and contact Northumbria Police.

He said: “We are glad that we were able to recover some of the owner’s things and that nobody was hurt.

“We were able to arrive on scene and extinguish the fire quite quickly and that prevented the entire vehicle from going up in flames.

Fire crews were able to save items such as a blue badge and crutches.

“We did extinguish a second car fire in the immediate area and are supporting our colleagues at the police with their investigation.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact the police. We will continue to do our bit to keep you safe and create the safest community.”

The motorist thanked the fire crews, adding: “I am really grateful to the firefighters who came to help so quickly and were able to put the fire out.

“It meant they were able to rescue some of my belongings and I am really grateful for everything they did.

Despite being able to save items, the car was damaged beyond repair.

“It was scary but I just want to say a huge thank you to the emergency services for what they do.”

Northumbria Police respond to report claiming they have abandoned investigation ...

If you have information about the fire then contact Northumbria Police online, or by calling 101, quoting reference 002978K/22.

Alternatively you can contact Firestoppers anonymously on 0800 169 5558, or by filling in a form on their website.

Northumbria Police are investigating the incident.

Support your Echo and become a subscriber today.

Enjoy unlimited access to all of our news and sport, see fewer ads, experience faster load times, test your brain with daily puzzles and get access to exclusive newsletters.

Your support for our journalism means we can continue telling Sunderland’s stories for generations to come. Click here to subscribe - and click here to get a snapshot of the Echo’s news and sport to your inbox through our email newsletters.

Photos show shocking damage caused in early morning Sunderland car fire

Support your Echo and become a subscriber today.

Enjoy unlimited access to all of our news and sport, see fewer ads, experience faster load times, test your brain with daily puzzles and get access to exclusive newsletters.

Your support for our journalism means we can continue telling Sunderland’s stories for generations to come. Click here to subscribe - and click here to get a snapshot of the Echo’s news and sport to your inbox through our email newsletters.