Mystery as ‘human remains’ found in field near primary school with cops probing ‘unexplained’ death
A local witness described the moment the remains were found
UNIDENTIFIED human remains are believed to have been discovered in a field near a primary school, say cops.
A police forensics van and an underwater search unit have been parked up in a quiet cul-de-sac near Lyde Green, Bristol, since yesterday.
The human remains were found just a five-minute drive from a local primary school.
Officers confirmed they have not yet been able to identify the remains.
A resident, who asked not to be named, said: “A local man was walking his dog in the field yesterday and the dog must have noticed something.
“When the guy went over to see what his dog was doing, it became obvious that the animal had discovered human remains partially buried in the field.
“It must’ve been absolutely, awful for the man.
“He immediately raised the alarm and the cops have been here ever since.
“They’re not telling us anything at the moment but we’re all in a state of high anxiety while we await more news.”
An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: “Police are investigating the discovery of suspected human remains in a field in Emersons Green.
“Officers were alerted just before midday on Tuesday 5 November by a member of the public.
“Police and fire crews attended, and further searches will be carried out today, Wednesday 6 November.
“Detectives have not yet been able to identify the remains, and the death is currently being treated as unexplained pending a forensic post-mortem examination.
“Anyone with any information which could help the investigation is asked to call 101 and give the reference 5224291560.”
Locals say their usually-quiet street has been “non-stop” since yesterday, as police units have searched the area.
