Human remains found in Groton

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Groton, Conn./WTIC Radio - Groton city police are investigating human remains found Wednesday.

Police responded to a location adjacent Colonel Ledyard Cemetery on Mitchell Street.

The caller reported a suspicious item, said police.

It was while searching the area that police found the human remains.

It's not yet known whether the remains are those of a male or female.

Groton city police are being assisted in the investigation by the New London State's Attorney, state police and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

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