Remains of foetus found next to river – as cops launch probe into horror discovery

THE remains of a foetus have been found next to a river as police launch an investigation into the disturbing discovery. Officers rushed to the River Hodder, Lancashire at 3.13pm yesterday after the remains of a foetus were found beneath Hodder Bridge and Cromwell Bridge in Whalley Road. Cops are appealing for information Credit: Alamy The tragic discovery has caused concern, but police have assured locals that a probe is underway. Cops have urged anyone who has witnessed “anything unusual” to contact them immediately. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! A Lancashire Police spokesperson said: “We know this is concerning to hear about, and we want to reassure you that a full investigation is underway to determine how the remains came to be at the location they were found. “If you were in this area between Sunday, August 9, and Tuesday 11 at 3pm, and witnessed anything unusual, have any dashcam footage from travelling over that bridge, or feel you can help us in any way, please call 101 quoting log 864 of August 11.” More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun.