Tragedy as human body is found burning in fire near Brisbane

A burnt body was discovered in the aftermath of a fire in Brisbane’s south.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services were called to the scene at a park on Waller Rd about 5.30am on Friday.

Four firefighters tried to control the blaze in a grassy area bordering the suburbs of Browns Plains and Regents Park.

The fire was successfully extinguished around 6 a.m.

Tragically, a body was found at the scene.

Queensland Police were immediately alerted and have since arrived to investigate the situation.

More to come.