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Human Remains Discovered in Bronx Park, Investigation Underway

12/13/2025

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Human skeletal remains were found in Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, on Friday morning by artifact hunters.
The discovery occurred around 11:38 a.m. near the Major Deegan Expressway.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) cordoned off parts of the park as it investigated.
The city medical examiner's office is investigating the case.
As of Friday night, the cause of death and surrounding circumstances remain unclear.

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Human skeletal remains were found in Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, on Friday morning by artifact hunters.
The discovery occurred around 11:38 a.m. near the Major Deegan Expressway.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) cordoned off parts of the park as it investigated.
The city medical examiner's office is investigating the case.
As of Friday night, the cause of death and surrounding circumstances remain unclear.