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Body found in burning SUV on Detroit's east side

Body discovered in burned vehicle on Detroit's east side
Body found in burning SUV on Detroit's east side
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Police are investigating after a body was found inside a burning SUV on Detroit's east side.

The vehicle was found in a driveway near Elmdale and East Outer Drive around 2:50 a.m. Wednesday morning.

Police say a woman called 911 after noticing the SUV on fire in her driveway. The homeowner reportedly told police she didn't recognize the SUV.

Fire crews discovered a "badly burned body" after extinguishing the flames, according to sources.

Investigators say two bullet casings were also found next to the vehicle.