Six bodies found in burning car

The bodies of five children and one adult were found today in a smouldering car that Belgian authorities believe was intentionally set on fire north of Brussels, an official said.

The bodies of five children and one adult were found today in a smouldering car that Belgian authorities believe was intentionally set on fire north of Brussels, an official said.

The car was found in Merchtem, and Eddie de Block, the town’s mayor, said it appeared impossible the fire had been set inside the car.

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