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Human remains found in WA, investigation launched

Detectives are investigating after someone found human remains near Gig Harbor on Wednesday.

According to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD), officers responded to a report of human remains found at approximately 5:48 p.m. on July 10 and dispatched to the Purdy Park and Ride.

Detectives investigate the scene where human remains were allegedly found. (Photos: Pierce County Sheriff’s Department)

Further information is currently limited.

Officers from the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department at the scene near the Purdy Park and Ride where human remains were reportedly found. (Photo: Pierce County Sheriff’s Department)

The human remains were handed over to the coroner for identification.

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