Cops ID Skeletal Remains, Seek Public's Help

YONKERS, NY— Police have identified the bones found rolled in a rug outside 165 Bruce Ave. as those of a middle-aged resident of Westchester County. The man has been identified as Michael Newman, also known as Michael Nuwnen, police said.

Anyone who recognizes the photo or knows anything about Newman AKA Nuwnen is asked to reach out to the Yonkers Police Detective Division at 914-377-7724. Reference case No. 2017-062205.

Anonymous tips can be sent by texting the letters YPD plus the tip to 847411. Anonymous tips can also be sent directly through the Yonkers PD tips app which can be downloaded free to any Apple or Android device.

Photo via Yonkers Police Department

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