Death investigation underway after body found in vehicle near 54th & Capitol

MILWAUKEE -- A death investigation is underway in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee police tell FOX6 News a body was found in a vehicle near 54th and Capitol Drive on Christmas Day -- Sunday, December 25th.

Police responded around 7:00 a.m.

There was a vehicle fire at this scene. Milwaukee firefighters extinguished the fire and discovered the body.

Police say the circumstances surrounding this fire and death are suspicious. The investigation is ongoing.

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