Human remains still a mystery

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Crime Scene Technicians, Christopher Decker, using a metal detector to search for evidence.

Ocala, Florida — There is still no information on the identity of the human remains found on August 18, 2014.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office received information that human bones were discovered in a wooded area just north of Ft. McCoy on County Road 315 in Marion County.

The Special Investigations Unit responded along with their Evidence Unit and the Medical Examiner’s Office to investigate the discovery and try to determine the victims identity and cause of death.

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At this time, detectives do not have much to go on, but are hoping that the Medical Examiner can uncover the mystery of the human remains.

The human bones were found just inside a fenced in area.

The Evidence and Field Force Units were at the discovery location yesterday to do a grid search of the area for further evidence collection.

At this time, information into the identity or manner of death is not available.

If anyone has information concerning this case, they are encouraged to call (352) 369-6845. You can phone anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers of Marion County at 368-STOP or 368-7867. Text tips to 274637 using keyword 368STOP. Tips can also be submitted at www.ocalacrimestoppers.com.