Human Skeletal Remains Discovered by Hiker in Running Springs
DATE/TIME: April 28, 2023/8:05 p.m.
INCIDENT: Death Investigation
LOCATION: Rim of the World Highway and Holiday Lane, Running Springs
SUSPECT(S): Unknown
VICTIM(S): Unknown
SUMMARY:
On Friday, April 28, 2023, at 8:05 p.m., a hiker was in the area of Holiday Lane and Rim of the World Highway in Running Springs. While hiking in the forested area, the hiker discovered human skeletal remains and notified law enforcement.
Deputies from the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Station responded and began the investigation. Detectives from the Specialized Investigations Division also responded and assumed the investigation. The scene was processed, and the skeletal remains appeared to be in an advanced stage of decomposition. An autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause and manner of death.
This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Specialized Investigations Division at 909-890-4904. Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to www.wetip.com.
Refer: Detective M. Roth
Station: Specialized Investigations Division
Phone No. 909-890-4904
Case No. DR# 052300487 H# 2023-047
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
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SBSD - Headquarters
655 E 3rd St
San Bernardino, CA 92408
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