BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. – Baltimore County Police are investigating after human remains were found Friday morning near the intersection of Route 702 and Interstate 695.
According to the department, officers assigned to the Parkville Precinct responded to the area at approximately 11:30 a.m. following a report of human remains. Homicide detectives were called to the scene and have assumed the investigation.
Investigation remains in its early stages
Authorities have not released information about the identity of the deceased or the circumstances surrounding the discovery. Officials also have not said whether foul play has been confirmed.
The Baltimore County Police Department said additional information will be released as it becomes available as detectives continue to process the scene.
What happens next
Investigators are expected to work to identify the remains and determine the cause and manner of death. Those findings will help guide the direction of the homicide investigation.
Why it matters
The discovery of human remains typically triggers a comprehensive investigation to establish the identity of the deceased and determine whether a criminal offense occurred. Police often withhold details during the early stages of an investigation to preserve evidence and protect its integrity.
