Crime & Safety

Human Remains Discovered At Port Of LA

Details about the remains found at the Los Angeles port were unavailable and the investigation is ongoing.

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Shipping containers are stacked on a container ship at the Port of Los Angeles, as trucks pass above in front of the snow-capped San Gabriel Mountains, on February 7, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
Shipping containers are stacked on a container ship at the Port of Los Angeles, as trucks pass above in front of the snow-capped San Gabriel Mountains, on February 7, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

SAN PEDRO, CA — Authorities are investigating the discovery of unknown human remains recovered at the Port of Los Angeles, the L.A. Fire Department announced Monday.

LAFD responded to the scene at 4:42 p.m. Monday to assist LA Port police and the Coroner to recover the remains. No information on the identity or condition of the person was available according to authorities.

The victim's age, gender, attire, circumstances and port or vessel affiliation were also not available.

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Officials said the investigation into the discovery and cause of death is still ongoing.

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