Police are investigating after skeletal remains were found in Mackay yesterday afternoon (January 17).
The bones were located by a passer-by slightly submerged in the Pioneer River near Barnes Creek Road Park around 3pm.
Forensic testing will be carried out to confirm whether the bones are human remains.
Officers will guard the scene overnight and further investigations will be conducted at first light tomorrow.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
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