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'Human remains' found in field

Sarah TurnnidgeBBC News, Bristol
News imageBBC A marked police car parked next to five other vehicles. Police tape can be seen across the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Beyond the end of the road is a field and some trees. BBC
Police and fire crews were called yesterday morning

Suspected human remains have been found in a field on the outskirts of Bristol, police have confirmed.

Avon and Somerset Police was called to Lyde Green just before midday on Tuesday, with fire crews also in attendance.

Forensic vehicles have been seen at Apple Grove, a cul-de-sac next to a green space and a lake.

Police said the remains are yet to be identified and the death is currently being treated as unexplained, adding that further searches would be carried out later.

News imagePolice tape across a muddy path. There are bushes on either side and a metal bridge can be seen to the left.
Police have been seen at the green space and lake

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