A tragic incident occurred in Coquitlam, British Columbia, as a person was found dead after a car fire in a parking lot. The incident took place on Monday evening, and authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire.
According to the Coquitlam RCMP, they received a call about a car on fire in a parking lot on Lougheed Highway near Schoolhouse Street. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a deceased individual inside the vehicle.
The identity of the victim has not been released, and it is unclear if the person was the driver or a passenger in the car. The cause of death is also yet to be determined, and an autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause.
The Coquitlam RCMP’s Serious Crimes Unit is leading the investigation, and they are working with the BC Coroners Service to gather more information. They are also appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information to come forward and contact them.
The parking lot was closed for several hours as investigators processed the scene. The cause of the fire is still unknown, and authorities are urging the public to be cautious and report any suspicious activities in the area.
This tragic incident has left the community in shock, and our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
