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Man Who Lit Cigarette While Getting Gas Dies

RIVERDALE, Md. (WJZ)—A man is dead after authorities say he was burned when he lit a cigarette while getting gas this afternoon in Prince George's County.

It happened at a gas station on East West Highway and Kenilworth Avenue in Riverdale.

Authorities say a man was attempting to light his cigarette while he was getting gas when he caught fire.

A good samaritan was able to extinguishing the fire, officials said.

The man, who is not being identified at this time has died from his injuries.

Authorities are continuing their investigation.

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