A baby skeleton was discovered beneath the floorboards of a property during renovation work in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, on July 29. The remains, believed to have been undisturbed for approximately 30 years, were found by contractors in an upstairs room, prompting an investigation by Durham Constabulary. Forensic analysts, including anthropologists, are now examining the remains to determine the baby's age and the cause of death, with a post-mortem examination scheduled for later this week. Police are tracing previous residents of the property as part of their inquiry, which remains in its early stages. Local business owners expressed shock over the discovery, emphasizing the need for safety in the area. A police spokesperson noted that the circumstances surrounding the death are still being investigated and they remain open-minded about the findings.