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Murder Investigation Launched Following Discovery of a Body in North Wales
Police are seeking witnesses after a body was found in a burning van, and officers said the victim’s identity remains unknown.
- On Sunday, October 4, North Wales Police launched a murder investigation after discovering a body inside a burning van at Gas Works Lane in Prestatyn at approximately 11:30 PM.
- Emergency Services attended the scene after reports of a van on fire, and a police cordon remains in place today to allow officers to conduct their inquiries.
- Detective Superintendent Chris Bell said officers are "working at pace to identify the person," with specialist trained officers set to support the family once identity is confirmed.
- Bell appealed for anyone in the Gas Works Lane area of Prestatyn who was present between 10:45 PM and 11:45 PM on Sunday and saw anything unusual to contact police.
- Witnesses can contact North Wales Police via website live chat or by calling 101, or report anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555111, quoting reference number 0163930.
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The Independent (US)Murder investigation after body of unknown man found in burning van
A cordon remains in place surrounding the scene
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