Woman killed after van engulfs in flames on Long Island

CORAM, Long Island (WABC) -- Suffolk County detectives are investigating a van fire that killed a woman on Saturday night in Coram.

Police responded to County Road 83 to find the van engulfed in flames.

The 53-year-old male driver was able to get out of the van before police arrived. He suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

A female passenger was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say the fire appears to be non-criminal in nature, but they are seeking more information from any eyewitnesses.

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