Niagara police investigating after charred vehicle found in Fort Erie

Niagara police are investigating after finding a stolen vehicle in Fort Erie that appears to have been intentionally set on fire.

Police say they were dispatched to the area of Gilmore and Ridgemont Roads around 5 p.m. Tuesday for reports of a fire.

When officers arrived, they discovered the charred vehicle and determined it had been reported stolen.

Detectives say the car is believed to be a 2013 orange Hyundai Veloster with front end damage.

Anyone who may have seen the vehicle in the area is asked to contact police at (905) 688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009506.

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