The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is knee-deep into an investigation after human remains surfaced in the woods of Pleasantville, Ohio. Authorities reported their findings from the scene, tucked away within the 5300 block of Geiger Rd, that came to light thanks to a resident's report on Sunday.
Deputies were dispatched swiftly, where they confirmed the remains' human origin, and the area morphed into an active crime scene. In partnership with the Coroner's Office Investigators, the Sheriff's Office moved to scour the vicinity for potential evidence, wading through the specter of an occurrence that cast its shadow across the community.
Sheriff Lape conveyed the situation to the public, stating, "At this time, we are working diligently to determine the identity of the individual and the circumstances surrounding this discovery," according to a social media post from the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office. The significance of this discovery and the public's concern have paved the way for a promise of a transparent inquiry into these events.
Meanwhile, the unearthed remains now rest within the jurisdiction of the Coroner's Office where an autopsy looms to shed light on the nameless remains' story, including the cause and manner of death; and as the investigation, clinging to its infancy, continues to unfurl, authorities are appealing to the masses for anyone armed with information to step forward, making a clarion call for tips by dialing the Sheriff's Office directly or through an anonymous tip via the Sheriff's App.
With the community's anticipation held at bay, the Sheriff’s Office vows to keep the public informed as the investigation evolves and more information seeps through the investigative net.
