Duck Hunters in North Carolina Discover Human Remains in Wooded Area

Authorities are investigating after two men found unidentified remains near Highway 16 North in Taylorsville.

Two local duck hunters discovered human remains on January 13 in a wooded area near Highway 16 North in Taylorsville, North Carolina.
The Alexander County Sheriff's Office and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation processed the scene on January 14.
The identity of the remains and how long they had been there remain unknown, and an investigation into the death is ongoing.
This discovery is the latest instance of hunters finding human remains across the U.S. in recent years, including cases in Wisconsin, South Carolina, and Maryland.
Authorities have not released further details about the condition of the remains or potential leads in the case.