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Body found in trunk of burning car in Detroit, police say

Body reportedly burned beyond recognition

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DETROIT – A body was found in the trunk of a burning car on Detroit’s west side.

According to police, a body was found early Wednesday morning in the trunk of a Chevrolet Impala that was on fire on Chapel Street, near Schoolcraft and West Outer Drive.

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Police say the body discovered in the trunk of the car has been burned beyond recognition.

Fire crews were reportedly dispatched to the area for a home fire, but instead found the car on fire. At about 12:24 a.m., Detroit police were also dispatched to the fire.

This is an ongoing investigation. No other details have been released at this time.

Stay with Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit for updates.


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