Human Leg Washes Ashore On Christmas On Palos Verdes Coast

PALOS VERDES ESTATES, CA — Law enforcement in Palos Verdes Estates are investigating the discovery of a partial human leg along the shoreline near Flat Rock Beach on Christmas morning

According to the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department, officers responded to a report of possible human remains found at the beach near the 800 block of Paseo Del Mar at approximately 8:20 a.m. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office also responded to investigate.

"The remains were confirmed to be human and were recovered by the Coroner’s Office," PVEPD said in a statement. "Additionally, PVEPD requested the support of a cadaver dog from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to search the area thoroughly. No additional remains have been located at this time."

Police said there is no direct indication that the remains are connected to the two men who were reported missing after a boat crash off the coast on Dec. 24, but the possibility isn't being ruled out.

The investigation is still in its early stages and details regarding the age, gender or identity of the deceased, as well as the date and cause of death, are unavailable at this time. A secondary search is planned for Thursday afternoon, PVEPD said.

Anyone who may have additional information related to this case was urged to contact PVEPD at 310-378-4211.