Human remains found in burned-out vehicle in Marion County

MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Marion County deputies are investigating after they found human remains in a burned-out vehicle.

Deputies said they responded to a call about a suspicious vehicle on NE 231st Ave. in Silver Springs around 10 a.m. on Wednesday and found a car destroyed by fire with human remains inside.

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Investigators believe the fire started on Oct. 7.

Deputies are asking anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area to call Detective Danny Pinder at 352-368-3508. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers of Marion County at 352-368-STOP and reference 22-60 in your tip.

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Tips can also be submitted online here.

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