Human remains found in burnt-out vehicle in North Yorkshire – Investigation launched

An investigation is underway after human remains were discovered in a burnt-out vehicle early this morning (Monday).

North Yorkshire Police say the death is unexplained.

The grim discovery was made on Marishes Lane, between Malton and Pickering, at around 4am.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Formal identification of the remains is yet to take place and may take some time. However, a family in Ireland is being supported by specially trained officers.

“The death is being treated as unexplained, and enquiries are at an early stage to establish the full circumstances.”

Both roads were closed to allow investigators to carry out their work. They have since reopened.

Meanwhile, detectives are investigating a possible link to an earlier collision.

This happened around 11.10pm yesterday (Sunday) on the A169 Malton Road between the A64 interchange at Malton and Marishes Low Road.

A black Vauxhall Astra and an unknown vehicle were involved. The occupants of the Astra were not injured.

Anyone who may have seen either incident, or who has relevant information or dash-cam footage in the area at the time, is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police.