LAS VEGAS ( FOX5 ) — The woman charged with murder after a man was found inside a burning car appeared in court for the first time.

North Las Vegas police say 42-year-old Marcella Patterson is charged with open murder, arson and other charges.

On August 17th fire crews responded to the area of Cheyenne and I-15 for a vehicle fire. That’s where they found a white Lexus in flames.

32-year-old David Weaver’s body was found inside, according to officials.

Patterson was arrested on Sept. 4th. A preliminary hearing is set for Sept. 23rd.

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