Police and the fire service have been called to the scene of a car on fire in Bushmills.

The incident took place on Tuesday on Main Street in the town.

There was a widespread response to images of the fire online due to social media reports suggesting the vehicle is associated with the DVLA and was checking tax.

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The circumstances of the car being on fire are as yet unclear.

The DVLA, police and fire service have been asked for a response.