A major police investigation is underway in a West Yorkshire village after the chilling discovery of human bones in a secluded woodland.
Worker Makes Grim Discovery
On Wednesday, 14 January, at approximately 4.20pm, a worker clearing waste ground in a wooded area off Kiln Lane, near the village of Emley on the outskirts of Huddersfield, made a shocking find. The individual reported to police that they had uncovered what appeared to be bones.
Officers from West Yorkshire Police and specialist forensic teams were swiftly dispatched to the scene. After initial examination, the authorities confirmed the grim reality: the bones were human remains. A police spokesperson indicated that it is believed they have been there for some time.
Large-Scale Forensic Operation
The area was immediately sealed off as a crime scene. Throughout Wednesday evening and into Thursday morning, a significant police presence remained, with forensic officers meticulously combing the cordoned-off section of woodland.
By Thursday, the scale of the operation was clear from the roadside. A mobile crime investigation and welfare hub was deployed to support the ongoing work, with four police cars also stationed nearby. The scene remains in place as further analysis of the bones is conducted to establish the identity of the deceased and the circumstances surrounding their death.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Impact
While the discovery has sent shockwaves through the local community, police have not released further details at this early stage. The priority is the forensic examination to gather crucial evidence. The use of a mobile investigation hub underscores the seriousness with which this discovery is being treated and the potential for a prolonged inquiry.
This remains a live and active investigation. West Yorkshire Police are expected to provide updates as their work progresses. Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact the force.
