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Catawba County deputies investigate remains found near Catawba Valley Boulevard
Human remains were found near Catawba Valley Boulevard on Oct. 14, prompting a criminal investigation. Authorities have not identified the remains and are working with state medical and investigative agencies.
Catawba County deputies are investigating after human remains were found near Catawba Valley Boulevard on Wednesday, Oct. 14, according to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office.
The office said it received a report about 1:45 p.m. Deputies confirmed that human remains were at the location, but had not released an identity as of Oct. 15.
The sheriff’s office is working with the North Carolina Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to identify the remains. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is also assisting with a criminal investigation. Authorities have not provided further details about the circumstances or announced any arrests.