Human remains found inside garbage can in Chicago suburb

CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – Human remains were found inside a garbage can in Chicago Heights over the weekend, prompting an investigation by local police and a regional major crimes task force.

Chicago Heights human remains

What we know:

Officers responded around 11:50 a.m. Sunday to the area of Chicago Road and Elmwood Drive after receiving a report of suspicious circumstances.

A resident told officers they had found what appeared to be human remains inside a garbage can. Police confirmed the discovery and transported the remains to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office for further examination.

What we don’t know:

The identity of the deceased has not been determined, and police have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the discovery.

What you can do:

Anyone with information is asked to contact Chicago Heights police at 708-756-6400.

What’s next:

The Chicago Heights police detectives are working with the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force on the case.