Human Remains Found in Woods near Mansfield Road: Investigation Ongoing
Shreveport, LA — Authorities have discovered human remains close to the intersection of Meriwether and Mansfield roads in Shreveport late Wednesday afternoon. The area is frequented by individuals without homes and is often used as a makeshift camp.
Discovery of the Remains
Local law enforcement officers reported the body appears to have been lying dormant for “a long time” but weren’t sure about the person’s gender or time of death. After further scrutinization, investigators estimate the remains have been deserted for approximately six months to a year.
Initial Observations
On the scene, by 3:30 p.m. responding officers surrounded the area with four coroner vehicles and a Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) unit. Several bones were found dispersed and scattered, leading authorities to think that the body may have been tampered with by local wildlife.
Investigation Process
The investigation is currently ongoing, and police are not treating the incident as a homicide as of now. The disarray of the bones, and the absence of overt signs of foul play, has led authorities to surmise that animals played a part in the scattering. However, the exact cause of death is still under investigation.
Unresolved Questions
At this point, many uncertainties persist. The gender of the deceased, the time, and cause of death still remain to be established. While officers are continually working on the investigation, it feels like the woods have more secrets to untangle.
Awaiting Further Details
With limited information available, the local community awaits further information anxiously. The discovery of the remains has created ripples of anxiety and intrigue among the local residents who are waiting for more details to surface from the investigation.