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1 dead after vehicle hits tree, catches fire in Miami County

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Posted at 7:13 AM, May 06, 2024
and last updated 2024-05-06 11:40:53-04

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One male was killed after a vehicle hit a tree and caught fire in Miami County early Monday morning.

Emergency crews were called just after 5 a.m. to 207th and Moonlight Road.

Upon arrival, they discovered a vehicle struck a tree and caught fire.

One male in the vehicle was pronounced dead.

An investigation is underway.

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