PEMBROKE PARK, FLA. (WSVN) - A RaceTrac gas station in Pembroke Park is temporarily closed following a car fire that, authorities said, engulfed a pickup truck and took the life of one person.
Local authorities, including units from Pembroke Park Police and the Broward Sheriff’s Office,conducted a thorough investigation on Thursday morning’s deadly incident at the gas station, located along Hallandale Beach Boulevard, near Interstate 95.
Investigators said the fire sparked at around 4 a.m.
Firefighters successfully extinguished the blaze, leaving the pickup truck charred and covered in foam. The incident occurred on the east side of the gas station, prompting the closure of the entire facility.
The Broward County medical examiner responded to the scene, underscoring the seriousness of the situation, as crime scene technicians took pictures and collected evidence.
It remains uncertain whether the incident resulted from a fueling accident or if it was intentionally caused to harm someone though, BSO officials said they do not expect foul play at this time.
The victim;s body was taken away so the coroner could perform an autopsy.
Following the hours-long investigation, the charred pickup truck was towed away for further processing.
Pembroke Park Police have not identified the victim, as they attempt to determine how the fire ignited.
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