The Howell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after skeletal remains were found in a rural area on August 10, 2024. Deputies responded to the scene and began recovering the remains. The recovery took several days due to bad weather and the complexity of the site.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol helped with the effort. The remains have not been identified yet.
Skeletal remains investigation in progress
An autopsy will be done before the remains are sent to the state crime lab for more analysis. The sheriff’s office said identifying the remains will take time. Several other agencies are assisting with the investigation.
These include the West Plains Police and Fire departments, the Howell County Coroner and Prosecutor’s offices, and law enforcement from Fulton and Sharp counties in Arkansas. The sheriff’s office has asked for patience during the identification process. They said updates will be provided as soon as the remains are identified.
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