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Phoenix PD investigating skeletal remains located near 50th Street and Van Buren

A police investigation was seen at the Tovrea Castle property
Skeletal remains at Tovrea Castle
Skeletal remains at Tovrea Castle
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PHOENIX — Phoenix police are investigating after skeletal remains were found on the Tovrea Castle property near 50th Street and Van Buren.

Just before noon on Thursday, officers were called to the area regarding a dead body call.

When they arrived, officers learned that a demolition crew was preparing to demo a nearby older home when skeletal remains were discovered.

Skeletal remains at Tovrea Castle

The Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office is working to identify the person and the manner of death.

No other details have been provided.