Police discover burned body in West Philadelphia

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Saturday, January 5, 2019
Police discover burned body in West Philadelphia
Investigators found the burned body of a woman in West Philadelphia as reported during Action News at 11 on January 4, 2019..

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Investigators found the burned body of a woman in West Philadelphia.

Officers on patrol made the disturbing discovery around 1:30 a.m. Friday on the 4400 block of Ludlow Street.

Police say a gasoline can and a lighter were near her body on the sidewalk.

Investigators are now working to identify the victim who was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say the medical examiner will have to determine if foul play was involved.

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