A Romanian man with aspirations to be the 'top male model in the world' appeared in court today in relation to three alleged arson attacks on properties and a car linked to Sir Keir Starmer .

Stanislav Carpiuc, 26, who lives in Romford, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court this morning.

MailOnline can reveal that Carpiuc is an aspiring actor and model. In a video on his website he says he is loving east London life and walking his dog in his local park.

He also wrote: 'My name Stanislav. I started my modeling career quite recently' and added he wants to be the 'top male model in the world'.

He is accused of conspiring with Ukrainian Roman Lavrynovych and was today charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life in connection with the fires.