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Investigation Underway After Possible Human Remains Found at Long Beach Park

Officials are working to confirm whether the remains are human.

Overview

  • Long Beach police, called around 5 p.m. Sunday, secured DeForest Park after a report of possible human remains.
  • The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner responded to assess whether the material is human and begin identification steps.
  • Aerial footage showed what looked like the top of a skull partly exposed on a dirt trail, then covered by a canopy.
  • Local reports said someone searching for Easter eggs found a small skull near a trail.
  • Authorities have released no details on identity, cause, or timing, with no arrests announced.