Human remains found near cemetery in Groton, CT

GROTON, CT — Human remains were discovered Wednesday morning adjacent to Colonel Ledyard Cemetery on Mitchell Street, according to city police.

The City of Groton Police Department responded to a call reporting a suspicious item near the cemetery.

Upon searching the area, officers located the human remains.

The City of Groton Police Detective Division is leading the investigation with assistance from the New London State’s Attorney’s Office, Eastern District Connecticut State Police Major Crime’s Unit, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

Police said the investigation remains active.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the City of Groton Police Department.