Investigation ongoing in Long Beach after possible human remains discovered, police say

An investigation is underway in Long Beach after possible human remains were discovered in the area near DeForest Park and Wetlands on Sunday afternoon, according to police. 

Officers told CBS LA that they were called to the 5900 block of De Forest Avenue at around 5 p.m. upon learning of the discovery. 

“Due to the circumstances, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office is responding to the scene,” police said. 

As the investigation continues, police said that details would remain limited. 

SkyCal flew over the spot where the investigation was taking place, and what looked to be the top of a skull was seen partially excavated from a dirt trail in the area. Two officers were seen covering the object with a canopy.