Death of man found in burning vehicle not believed to be suspicious, police say

Fire crews battle a blaze where a man was found dead on May 27, 2020 (Supplied)

REGINA — Regina police say there is nothing to suggest criminal involvement after a man was found dead inside a burning vehicle on Wednesday morning.

Officers found a vehicle on fire in the area of 13th Avenue and Embury Street around 5:30 a.m. The Regina Fire Department was also called to the scene. Police say there was a person inside the vehicle, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Major crimes and the forensic identification unit were called to the scene, along with the coroner.

Police say they have notified next-of-kin and are working with the coroner to determine the cause of death.

The name of the deceased will not be released at this time.