LEWISTON, ID – UPDATE: The walking path on the northwest side of Memorial Bridge in North Lewiston is temporarily closed while Lewiston Police investigate the reported discovery of remains.
Detectives were dispatched to the scene this morning after an excavation crew in the area called 911 to report that they discovered a skull and bones.
The crew halted their work immediately and will not continue while the area is under investigation.
This is an active investigation and the type of remains are unknown at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.
An excavation crew digging along the embankment on the northwest side of Memorial Bridge reportedly uncovered a skull this morning. Lewiston Police are investigating the scene in North Lewiston and have it taped off. Officials have not said whether the skull is that of an animal or a human.
Photos courtesy of Michael.
