Police say a body was found burning on the side of the road in Northwest Miami-Dade Wednesday night.
The Miami-Dade Police Department and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to the scene of the gruesome discovery, near Northwest 12th Avenue and 142nd Street, just after 8 p.m.
Investigators say the body was burned so badly that it was still hot to the touch upon their arrival.
The age and gender of the person remains unknown, but police said the body appears to be that of an adult.
As police try to figure out how and why this happened, locals are hoping the violence stops. Neighbors said community crimes lately are getting worse.
An investigation is ongoing.
If you have any information on who or what caused this fire, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $3,000 reward.