Queens Corpse Investigation

Unidentified charred corpse discovered in vacant Queens lot as police investigate cause of death

A "charred" corpse was discovered in a vacant lot in Briarwood, Queens, according to police and law enforcement sources. The unidentified man was found lying on the ground and pronounced dead at the scene. He had been living in a tent at the lot and was believed to be homeless. The cause of death is yet to be determined. No arrests have been made and the investigation continues.