Burned Body Found in Car Fire at South Miami-Dade Walmart

Authorities in South Miami-Dade discovered a deceased individual inside a burning car at a Walmart parking lot near Southwest 136th Avenue and 288th Street. Deputies initially attempted to extinguish the fire but were unsuccessful until Miami-Dade Fire Rescue arrived to put out the flames. The occupant's gender and identity remain unknown, and the cause of the fire is under investigation by the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Homicide Bureau. Witnesses reported hearing a loud explosion before the fire, but it is unclear if the fire was intentionally set or if the death was due to the fire or other causes. The scene showed extensive burn damage and shattered glass, highlighting the intensity of the blaze. The investigation is ongoing, with no further details released at this time.