Homicide Squad investigating human remains found in Lane Cove North

Police have launched an investigation after human remains were found in bushland in Lane Cove North on Wednesday afternoon.

Officers from North Shore Police Area Command were called about 2.30pm on Wednesday 11 November after reports of remains in bushland. They found a human torso inside a couch and set up a crime scene.

The remains have not yet been formally identified. Police believe they belong to an adult man. A post-mortem examination will be carried out.

North Shore detectives are investigating with help from the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Report information to NSW Crime Stoppers

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