A grim find in The Woodlands has left the community shaken after an urn containing a human fetus was discovered floating in a local pond. The unsettling discovery occurred yesterday afternoon at Copper Sage Park, located at 75 South Golden Arrow Circle, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

The Woodlands Township Park Ranger stumbled upon the urn around 3:50 p.m., prompting an investigation by sheriff's office detectives and a death investigator from the Montgomery County Forensics Center. An autopsy was scheduled to determine further details of this disturbing case. "We understand the gravity of this situation and the impact it may have on our community. In times like these, it is important for us to come together in support and prayer," MCSO wrote in a news release, as ABC13 reported.

The fetus, described as being in the early stages of development, has added a sorrowful note to the serene environment of The Woodlands' Copper Sage Park. Maintaining the integrity of the scene and respecting the sensitive nature of the incident, authorities quickly acted to remove the urn from the water for further investigation, as detailed in a Houston Chronicle report.

While the circumstances surrounding how the urn ended up in the pond remain unclear, deputies have emphasized that there is no threat to the public. The officials involved have been tight-lipped as their inquiries move forward, recognizing the potential emotional toll such a finding can have on a the community. The sheriff's office and The Woodlands Township have yet to comment further on the investigation.