Sheriff: Man, toddler found dead in burning car in Platte Co.

PLATTE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating the suspicious death of an adult male and a toddler.

Fire crews on the scene of the investigation Sunday -image courtesy Fox4KC

Just after 7a.m. Sunday, the Platte County Sheriff’s Department received a call about a vehicle fire in the 20000 Block of B Highway, north of Ridgley. Missouri, according to a media release.

The caller reported seeing human remains in the vehicle. The sheriff’s office believes the victims are an adult male and a toddler. The Missouri State Fire Marshal’s office is assisting with the investigation.