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Tradies uncover human remains in Echuca

On Friday, tradespeople unearthed bones at Victoria Park, Echuca , during redevelopment works costing $13 million.
Campaspe Shire Council said the bones were found during construction for the $13.3 million Victoria Park upgrade and work will continue away from the discovery while police and the coroner are notified.
On Wednesday authorities confirmed the Echuca Crime Investigation Unit is leading enquiries and arranging forensic testing to establish cause and circumstances.
A crime scene has been established and the Echuca Crime Investigation Unit is making on-site enquiries while authorities urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
This discovery follows past regional finds, echoing historical bone discoveries in central Victoria , while police investigators and the coroner have yet to determine if the death is suspicious.

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