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Published April 20, 2023

Suspected human remains found in Springwater Township

A member of the public found the remains

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the discovery of suspected human remains.

Around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Huronia West OPP say a member of the public located the remains around on a property off of Penetanguishene Road.

A post-mortem examination will be done to identify the remains and determine a cause of death.

Yellow police tape where OPP say suspected human remains were found off of Penetanguishene Road on Wednesday, Apr. 19, 2023 (MICHAEL CHORNEY - AT THE SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY)

Investigators believe there is no threat to public safety.

An increased police presence should be expected in the area.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Huronia West OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.

Banner image: Michael Chorney - At the Scene Photography

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