The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office released new details in a homicide investigation where deputies found a body inside a burning vehicle early Friday morning.

The body was discovered after deputies responded to a kidnapping near Edinburg. 

According to the sheriff’s office, an adult male was taken “by force” by four males from a residence on the 13000 block of Mile 21 1/2 road. 

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While on the scene, deputies received another call about an SUV on fire west of Val Verde Road on Mile 22 1/2 Road. 

Deputies responded and found the body burning inside the SUV. 

Investigators believe the two incidents are related. 

A homicide investigation is underway. 

The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office encourages any witnesses with information about the case to come forward and report at 956-383-8114.