Suspected human remains have been found in a field in Bristol. Multiple emergency service vehicles, including a police forensics van and an underwater search unit, have been parked up in a quiet cul-de-sac near Lyde Green, in north-east Bristol, since yesterday (November 5).
And this morning (Wednesday), Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed they have found what they believe to be human remains, in a field in Emersons Green. The force added that they have not yet been able to identify the remains.
A 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.”
Residents in Apple Grove near Lyde Green say their usually-quiet street has been “non-stop” since yesterday, as police units have searched the area. For updates from the scene, visit our live blog here.