November 2, 2020
Police have launched a public appeal as part of an investigation into the discovery of human remains at Kybong last month.
Investigations began on October 11 after a member of the public found the skeletal remains – including a left femur and a jawbone – in bushland off Keefton Road.
Detective Inspector Gary Pettiford said police believed the bones belong to one person who may have died at least two years ago.
He said scientific analysis suggested there was an 85 per cent probability the bones were those of a woman, between 150-165cm tall.
Det Insp Pettiford said a 15cm metal implant was found in the femur which meant the person had undergone substantial surgery to their left leg at some stage.
Police are trying to trace a serial number on the surgical plate.
Investigators are appealing for anyone who may have information to come forward.
Numerous items of clothing, including a blue polo shirt, blue tracksuit pants and Jet Star brand shoes (size 6), were located during searches in the surrounding area.
At this stage of the investigation, the cause of death remains unknown.
Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800-333-000.
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