Four left critical after 'arson'

Four people are said to be in a critical condition following a suspected arson attack on a house in south-west London.

The London Fire Brigade (LFB) was called to the property in Lessingham Avenue, Tooting, at 0435 BST on Sunday.

Firefighters rescued five people from the house - one of them is described as being in a stable condition.

Police have appealed for any witnesses who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously to come forward.