Canada: Quebec Police investigating dead man found near burning vehicle; Details here

Quebec provincial police (SQ) is investigating the death of a man who was found near a burning vehicle in Berthierville on Saturday morning. The incident occurred in the Lanaudiere region of the province. As the incident of the vehicle fire at 5 a.m. was reported, emergency services were called to Vaudreuil Street. SQ spokesperson Camille Savoie said, "Not far from the scene, an unconscious person was found. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead on the spot.”

Major Crime Investigation Division begins probe

She said further that the investigators from the Surete du Quebec's Major Crime Investigation Division will be on site today and they would be assisted by two fire scene technicians.


She added that at this point in time, all hypotheses are being considered. She also said that the investigators will help establish the causes and circumstances surrounding this event.

Berthierville is located near Sorel-Tracy. It is about 90 kilometers northeast of Montreal.

FAQs:

What did the police say about the incident of the burning vehicle?
SQ spokesperson Camille Savoie said that an unconscious person was found near a burning vehicle in Berthierville on Saturday morning. She also said that the man was pronounced dead on the spot.

How the police are investigating the incident?
A spokesperson of the Quebec Police said that the Major Crime Investigation Division will be on site today to begin the probe and they would be assisted by two fire scene technicians.