Human remains discovered in wooded area in Bowmanville, investigation underway

Durham Regional Police investigate after human remains were found in Bowmanville on Nov. 28, 2023. CITYNEWS/James Tumelty

Posted November 28, 2023 11:22 am.

Last Updated November 28, 2023 3:32 pm.

Human remains have been discovered in a wooded area in Bowmanville, Durham Regional Police confirmed on Tuesday morning.

The remains were found near Simpson Avenue and Baseline Road.

There’s currently a heavy police presence in the area.

No further details are currently available.

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