Human skeletal remains were found on Thursday near a creek in a remote area of Fairfield, according to the Fairfield Police Department. A member of the community stumbled upon the remains and promptly alerted the Fairfield PD.
Officers were directed to the site of the remains, which, according to initial assessments, have been in the area for an extended period. According to police, the remains appear to be those of an adult, although the gender of the deceased remains unknown.
At present, there is no immediate indication of foul play. However, detectives from the Fairfield PD Investigations Division are embarking on efforts to identify the deceased and determine the cause of death.
The uncanny discovery underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in solving unidentified cases and providing closure to affected families. The investigation into the matter is ongoing, with updates expected as the case progresses.