Vehicle Fire in The Greater OST / South Union Area

WHAT: Vehicle fire with deceased citizen.

WHEN: February 6, 2022 at 5:51 a.m.

WHERE: 3600 block of Rebecca, 77021

INJURIES: A deceased citizen was found inside the van.

PROPERTY SAVED: Not available.

DAMAGE: $30 thousand in estimated damage.

CAUSE: Under investigation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters arrived on scene to find a van heavily involved on fire near a carport. Bystanders reported that a man lived in the van, and they believed he was still in it. As the fire was brought under control, crews located one deceased male in the van and the Medical Examiner and HPD were notified. HFD Arson investigators were requested to determine the cause and origin of the fire. Firefighters from Stations 46 and 33 responded to this incident.