ST. LOUIS, MO — Homicide detectives are investigating a startling discovery made Friday morning, the Post-Dispatch reports. While responding to a call, police found burned human remains in a trash dumpster in the 4200 block of Kossuth Ave. in the north city, just to the northeast of Fairground Park. Police have not identified the victim or made a determination as to the gender or age, which can be difficult to judge from partially intact remains.
Anyone with information should contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers toll free at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477). All callers can remain anonymous. Tips can also be submitted through the CrimeStoppers website or free app.
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