Human remains found in New Haven; police investigating

Police are investigating after human remains were discovered behind a house in New Haven. Residents found the body while clearing brush in a wooded area on Rock Creek Road. The discovery was reported to police on Thursday evening. The remains were in an advanced state of decay, making it difficult for authorities to identify the person’s gender or race at the scene. An autopsy will be conducted by the Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to determine the cause of death. Authorities are seeking assistance from the public. They encourage anyone with information related to this case to contact the detectives at 203-946-6304 or use the anonymous tip line at 866-888-8477.