FIREFIGHTERS tackled a blaze that broke out inside a garage in Smithills.

Crews were called to the detached garage in Captains Clough Road at about 3.30am after being called by passers-by who witnessed smoke emanating from it.

Firefighters from Bolton Central Fire Station broke in and discovering that the fire had been started at the back of the garage. It had caused a number of items within to catch fire.

They managed to bring the blaze under control and ensured no further damage was caused to the rest of the garage or the surrounding area. However, they have been unable to locate the owner of the premises.