Human remains found off Hwy. 26 in Wasaga Beach

Provincial police are investigating after human remains were found in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

Investigators say around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, members of a land surveying company discovered the remains while working in an area off Highway 26 between Mosley Street and Fairgrounds Road.

Police say the remains are confirmed to be human but released no further details as to whether they were male, female or that of a youth.

It’s uncertain how long the remains have been there.

A post-mortem is being conducted to identify the remains and determine the exact cause of death. An increased police presence should be expected in the area, OPP said.