Body found in burnt-out car near Kinver

Staffordshire Police are investigating after a body was found inside a burnt-out car on Sheepwalks Lane near Kinver on October 29. Officers were called shortly after 8.20am after the vehicle was spotted, and the person’s identity had not been established as of October 30. Police placed a cordon around the scene while officers made enquiries into the discovery. Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service and fire investigators from West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service were also assisting, according to Staffordshire Police. The force said its investigation was continuing to establish more about what happened and identify the person. No details about the person’s age or gender, or the circumstances leading to the discovery, were reported. The lane is in a rural area near Kinver. A cordon restricted access to the scene, and police and fire service personnel worked there as enquiries continued. One report said vehicles were positioned to block traffic access to the lane. The discovery prompted an appeal for information. Staffordshire Police asked anyone who may be able to assist to call 101 or report information online, quoting incident 162 of October 29. Information can also be...