Human remains discovered near the Des Plaines River in Libertyville

Libertyville Police Department
Libertyville police announced an investigation after someone discovered human remains Saturday morning near the Des Plaines River. Photo credit Getty Images

(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — Police in Libertyville announced an investigation after someone discovered human remains Saturday morning.

The police department said it was notified of the discovery on Hollister Drive off of Milwaukee Avenue around 8:15am.

Officers confirmed there were human remains, and a K9 with the Lake County Sheriff found more skeletal remains in a wooded area nearby.

The space is near the Des Plaines River. The Lake County coroner’s office is helping Libertyville police with their investigation.

Authorities said they believe the incident was a suicide and added there is no wider threat to the community.

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