Man dies in car fire as Scots cops investigate circumstances of death

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A man has died in a car fire in the south of Scotland as police investigate the circumstances. Police and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service raced to the scene around 8.40am on Thursday on Burntscarth Road in Locharbriggs, near Dumfries.

Officers said a 61-year-old man was found dead at the scene and his next of kin had been informed.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 8.40am on Thursday, October 19, 2023, police received a report of a car on fire in Burntscarth Road, Dumfries. "Emergency services attended and a 61-year-old man was found deceased.