PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (WJLA) — An investigation is underway after human remains were found inside a burning vehicle at Whitfield Chapel Park in Prince George’s County on Thursday night.
Maryland-National Capital Park Police said someone passing the park a little before 10:30 p.m. saw flames. The Prince George’s County Fire Department said it put out the fire. Firefighters then found human remains inside the burned vehicle, according to the department.
Investigation
Prince George’s County police were leading the investigation. Homicide detectives were working with fire investigators on the case.
It remained unclear whether the death was a homicide or a suicide. Police have not released the name or gender of the victim.
Residents react
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