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Murder probe after body found in burned-out car in Basildon Murder probe over body found in burned-out car in Basildon
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A murder inquiry has been launched after a man's body was found in a burned-out car on a housing estate.A murder inquiry has been launched after a man's body was found in a burned-out car on a housing estate.
Police were called to Pincey Mead, near Pitsea Road, Basildon, shortly before 17:00 GMT on Saturday found the 30-year-old's body in a grey Audi A4. Police called to Pincey Mead, near Pitsea Road, Basildon, shortly before 17:00 GMT on Saturday found the 30-year-old's body in a grey Audi A4.
Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward. A post-mortem examination found the cause of death was smoke inhalation.
Det Insp Steve Ellis of Essex Police said: "This happened in a residential neighbourhood so I am hopeful someone will have seen or heard something." Det Insp Steve Ellis of Essex Police said: "This happened in a residential neighbourhood so I am hopeful someone will have seen or heard something.
He added: "I'm keen to speak to anyone who might have seen the vehicle or spotted anyone acting suspiciously in the area." "I'm keen to speak to anyone who might have seen the vehicle or spotted anyone acting suspiciously in the area."
A post-mortem examination is due to be carried out on Monday.
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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