Human remains were discovered inside the chimney of P.S./I.S. 113 Anthony J. Pranzo in Queens, New York City, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The building had been closed to students and staff for summer construction. Police responded to a 911 call at approximately 8:59 a.m. local time reporting possible human remains near the school.
Discovery and Immediate Response
According to an NYPD spokesperson, officers arrived and were informed that possible human remains had been found inside a chimney. The spokesperson confirmed that no students or staff were in the building at the time of the discovery. The school year had ended on June 26, 2026, per the official calendar.
Official Statements and Investigation
NYC Public Schools released a statement calling the discovery "deeply upsetting and concerning." They assured that support would be provided to the school community while the NYPD investigates. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death, and the remains have yet to be identified.
