Human remains found in a pond in Harlow
The remains were found in Oakwood Pond in Harlow on Saturday
An investigation has been launched after human remains were found at Oakwood Pond in Harlow on Saturday.
Following reports on a suspicious object in the water, officers were called to Fourth Avenue on Saturday (31st December 2022) just before 2pm.
It has been confirmed by specialist forensic officers the object was indeed human remains.
Essex and Kent Serious Crime unit has started an investigation and early enquiries and ongoing.
Detective Chief Inspector Antony Alcock said: “It’s the really early stages of this investigation and we are working to determine what has happened.
"I understand that this is concerning news for local residents and our officers are likely to remain in the area for the next few days to continue enquiries.
“We ask that the public respect the cordons in place and we will be updating the public as the investigation develops.”
Detective Chief Inspector Antony Alcock is asking anyone with information CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, to get in contact with them.
A report can also be submitted on their website or by using the online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) between 10am-9pm, if you have information.
If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity @CrimestoppersUK, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111.
Please quote incident 582 of 31 December when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.