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SUV burns in East Vancouver neighbourhood, fire crews, police investigating

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SUV burns in East Vancouver neighbourhood, fire crews, police on scene
A black SUV was engulfed in flames Thursday evening in East Vancouver. Vancouver Police and Vancouver Fire crews were on the scene to knock back the flames shortly after 8:30 p.m. No word yet if the fire was accidental or criminal, in nature – Jul 7, 2023

An SUV was severely damaged by fire Thursday evening in a residential area of East Vancouver.

The fire was located near Commercial Drive at Salsbury Drive and Graveley Street.

Vancouver Fire says it started around 8:30 p.m. Flames were seen shooting out of the cabin and the mirrors melting off the body.

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Fire crews made quick work of the fire, which did not spread to other cars or property.

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Vancouver Police were on the scene as well to investigate the suspicious nature of the fierce car fire.

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There is no word from officials if the fire was accidental or intentional.

Global News has reached out to Vancouver police for comment.

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