Police investigating after body found in massive car fire

Philadelphia police are investigating the discovery of a body inside a burning car.

It happened at the intersection of Frankford Avenue and Bellmore Street in Kensington around 1 a.m. Wednesday.

The vehicle was found parked on the sidewalk with flames, witnesses say,  were at least 8 to 10 feet high.

Once the fire department extinguished the flames, authorities say it was clear there was a body in the driver's seat but it was burnt beyond recognition.

The Fire Department is working to determine the cause of the fire. 

Authorities say the vehicle did not have a license plate.

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