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Remains Found at Palomar Mountain Not Linked to Angelica Brophy

8/13/2026

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San Diego County Sheriff's Office investigators said the remains found Wednesday at Palomar Mountain State Park are not linked to missing nurse Angelica Brophy.
The remains were reported at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday off South Grade Road.
Detectives could not determine injuries or gender because the discovery occurred after dark.
Investigators delayed removal due to terrain and will return Thursday.
Oceanside Police Department and the sheriff’s office are conducting separate investigations.

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San Diego County Sheriff's Office investigators said the remains found Wednesday at Palomar Mountain State Park are not linked to missing nurse Angelica Brophy.
The remains were reported at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday off South Grade Road.
Detectives could not determine injuries or gender because the discovery occurred after dark.
Investigators delayed removal due to terrain and will return Thursday.
Oceanside Police Department and the sheriff’s office are conducting separate investigations.