Police investigate human remains found near Groton cemetery

Police in Groton, Connecticut are investigating human remains found near the Colonel Ledyard Cemetery after responding to a 911 call about a suspicious item. The City of Groton Police Detective Division is leading the investigation with help 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. Authorities have not released additional information about the remains and are urging anyone with relevant information to contact the police department. The investigation is active and ongoing.