Cemetery closed after cops find human remains in mystery discovery and forensics officers seen at graveyard
A CEMETERY was closed overnight after cops found human remains - with forensic officers seen at the graveyard.
Cops scrambled to Dukinfield Cemetery on the eastern outskirts of Manchester yesterday following the grim discovery.
Children playing in the cemetery came across skulls and other bones, the reports.
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It is believed the "historic" bones came from an old grave which was disturbed by wildlife.
But these reports have not yet been confirmed by Greater Manchester Police.
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Cops remained at the cemetery this morning and have blocked off one path leading through it.
No criminal probe has been launched and the rest of the cemetery is now open to visitors.
The coroner has been informed and it is understood the incident will be dealt with by Tameside Council.
Detective Inspector Christopher Dean said: "I would like to thank the general public and the local community for their patience and understanding.
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"We carried out our investigations in Dukinfield this morning and into the afternoon.
"Our enquiries alongside Tameside Council and the Coroner’s Office have concluded that no criminality has taken place."
DI Dean added: "These bones have resurfaced due to wildlife in the local area.
"We will continue to work with the local authority and our officers will continue to assist them with scene management."