CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL — Chicago Heights police investigating after human remains were discovered in a garbage can Sunday found what they believe could be an easily identifiable piece of clothing.
Around 11:50 a.m. Sunday, police responded to a call of suspicious circumstances in the area of Chicago Road and Elmwood Drive. A person told police they believed they'd found potential human remains inside a garbage can. Police confirmed the remains, which were then removed and transported to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office for examination.
As of Monday evening, the approximate age, race and gender are still pending further forensic examination, Chicago Heights police said.
During the initial stages of the investigation, investigators identified and collected several pieces of evidence, including a distinctive jacket that police believe could be recognizable.
It is described as a "Member's Only, six XXL, unisex Nickelodeon down style jacket," police said in a release Monday night. Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the jacket's owner, or someone known to have it.
The investigation will continue with the assistance of the Illinois State Police, the medical examiner, the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force.
Anyone with information regarding the possible owner of this jacket is asked to contact the CHPD at 708-756-6400. The public may remain anonymous.
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