LAS VEGAS ( FOX5 ) — A 42-year-old is charged for open murder after a man was found inside a burning vehicle, police say.

The North Las Vegas Police Department said Marcella Patterson was charged with open murder, conspiracy to commit murder and third-degree arson. Patterson has been booked into the Clark County Detention Center.

Police said the fire department responded to the 3200 block of Mary Dee Avenue, near Cheyenne Avenue and I-15, for a vehicle fire. When crews arrived, they saw a white Lexus in flames. After it was extinguished, police found a man dead inside . He was later identified as David Weaver, 32.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is urged to contact the North Las Vegas Police Department at 702-633-9111. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers

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