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Body found at scene of burning van in north St. Louis County

The Major Case Squad is investigating

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — Police found a body at the scene of a van that was on fire in north county overnight.

The St. Louis County Police Department said officers from the North County Police Cooperative responded to the 6100 block of Ella Ave. around midnight in Wellston, near its border with the city's Hamilton Heights neighborhood.

The Major Case Squad is investigating the suspicious death as a possible homicide.

A body was found at the scene of the burning van, which was parked next to an apartment building. Police didn't confirm whether the body was found inside or near the van.

The person's age, gender and cause of death have not been released.

Anyone with information is asked to call The Major Case Squad at 314-427-8000.

This is a developing story. It will be updated as soon as more information becomes available.

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