Remains of Fetus Found Behind Structure on Island Avenue

January 3, 2023

Mountaineer News

Buckhannon Police Department

BUCKHANNON - The Buckhannon Police Department is investigating human remains that were found behind a building along the Buckhannon River at approximately 8:00pm on Monday, January 3, 2023. The remains were taken to the state Medical Examiner’s Office.

A news release from the Buckhannon Police Department stated that officers have located and identified who they believe is the mother of the child.

According to the release, BPD Chief Matt Gregory stated that officers promptly secured the scene and began an investigation. From the initial investigation, the fetus was found to be in an unknown stage of development.

The Buckhannon Police Department was assisted by the WV State Police, Upshur County Sheriff’s Dept., Randolph County Sheriff’s Dept., Upshur County EMS and the WV State Medical Examiner’s Office.

This is a developing story. We'll keep you up-to-date as more information becomes available.