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Police Lift Cordon After Human Bones Found in Biggin Hill

8/13/2026

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Metropolitan Police cordoned off a house on Aperfield Road, Biggin Hill, after workers discovered human bones on Friday, August 7 at 1:33 p.m.
Specialists confirmed the remains were human and are testing them for age and identity.
The police cordon remained in place for six days and was lifted on August 13, ending the on-site restriction.
Local detectives, supported by specialist crime units, continue the investigation while the crime scene stays closed.

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Metropolitan Police cordoned off a house on Aperfield Road, Biggin Hill, after workers discovered human bones on Friday, August 7 at 1:33 p.m.
Specialists confirmed the remains were human and are testing them for age and identity.
The police cordon remained in place for six days and was lifted on August 13, ending the on-site restriction.
Local detectives, supported by specialist crime units, continue the investigation while the crime scene stays closed.