POLICE are investigating a possible arson attack on a property in Stretford.

At around 12.50am on Friday, the emergency services were called to a report of a fire at the property on Highfield Road.

Firefighters from Stretford, Sale and Salford fire stations attended the scene, rescuing one man and extinguishing the fire.

A woman and two dogs were already outside the property when firefighters arrived.

North West Ambulance Service saw to the man and woman, but no one was injured.

An investigation into the fire is ongoing, but police are treating it as an arson attack.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: "At 12.50am on Friday 30 July, firefighters were called to a report of a fire in a home on Highfield Road, Stretford.

"Four fire engines from Stretford, Sale and Salford fire stations attended the scene.

"Crews in breathing apparatus used a hose reel and a positive pressure ventilation fan to extinguish the fire.

"Firefighters rescued one man, while a woman and two dogs were out of the property before crews arrived.

"They were then transferred to the care of colleagues from the North West Ambulance Service.

"Fire crews were in attendance for around an hour and 10 minutes."

Detective Inspector Nicola Walton of GMP Trafford said: "We are thankful that our colleagues at GMFRS were able to quickly and safely contain the fire and that no one sustained any injuries.

"We are however aware of the worry and concern that such an incident can have on the local community and I want to reassure the public that we are following all available lines of enquiry to ensure that the person(s) responsible are identified and face the appropriate justice.

"We will also have an increased police presence in the area as we continue to investigate."

Police are appealing for information from people who might have seen either the fire or anyone acting suspiciously in the area at the time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0161 856 7587 or 101 and quote incident 113 of July 30, or to use the online chat function on gmp.police.uk.

People can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.