The man was reportedly sleeping in the car when witnesses said someone tossed an accelerant inside.
reported. The LAFD confirmed to FOX 11 that the man was sleeping in the car when the fire erupted.
Jimmy, who lives near where the car exploded into flames, said the man inside the car was named Clay. The LAFD said Clay was 50.An unnamed neighbor told FOX 11 the explosion sounded like fireworks. He said, "It was loud... woke me up."Los Angeles Police Department . The LAFD said Clay had second and third degree burns. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Several witnesses told investigators that the fire appeared to be set on purpose, but that claim is still under investigation.No other details were immediately available.
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