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Baltimore Officer Follows Smoke Cloud, Discovers Fatal Crash

One is dead after a vehicle erupted into flames following a crash in Baltimore, authorities say.

Baltimore Police

Baltimore Police

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The victim was found after an officer on patrol noticed smoke in the 1500 block of East Preston Street around 2:20 p.m., Sunday, July 31, according to Baltimore police.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers found a vehicle engulfed in flames under trees and shrubs, police said. 

The operator of the vehicle was pronounced dead on the scene by medics a short time later.

Investigators are working to determine the cause of this crash.

Anyone with additional information regarding this fatal vehicle crash is urged to contact Crash Team investigators at 410-396-2606.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line, at 1-866-7LOCKUP.

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