Human remains found at Hartlepool recycling plant as workers find terrifying pile of bones

Human remains have been found by workers at a recycling plant.

A collection of bones were discovered by staff at the site on the Tofts Farm Industrial Estate, off Brenda Road, in Hartlepool, and police were called. The area was taped off while initial investigations took place and initial tests were carried out on the bones. This flagged that the remains were in fact human.

A spokesperson said: "At 11.40am on Sunday, March 30, police were called to the recycling plant at Tofts Farm Industrial Estate. A number of bones had been located by employees working at the plant and a cordon was put in place by police.

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"Following examination by specialists, the remains were confirmed as being human and since then a police investigation has been underway."

Senior Investigating Officer Detective Inspector Chris Pringle, from Cleveland Police’s Homicide and Major Enquiry Team (HMET), said: “The investigation is in the very early stages and is extremely complex and sensitive due to the circumstances in which the remains have been found.

“We have a dedicated team of detectives and officers from departments across the force working at pace and conducting the investigation expeditiously to identify the remains, however this will take a considerable amount of time.

“There are numerous procedures to follow to identify the remains and to establish the circumstances surrounding how they came to be at the recycling plant.

“I understand how concerning this will be for those living within our community and the wider public. I know there will be families who have missing loved ones and worried about the remains, and I want to reassure you that if any relevant information comes to light, we will be in touch.

“I would encourage anyone who has concerns to please speak to an officer or to call Cleveland Police on 101 quoting reference number 055293.”

The recycling plant has been closed since the discovery was made and while a scene is in place.

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