STROUDSBURG, Pa. — Update:
An investigation is underway after human remains were discovered in Monroe County.
Police say the remains were found by a borough employee shortly before 11:30 a.m. Thursday morning in a wooded area next to Park Avenue near the I-80 East on-ramp in Stroudsburg.
According to investigators, due to extensive decomposition, the gender of the deceased has not yet been determined.
An autopsy is scheduled for Monday.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Stroud Area Regional Police at (570) 421-6800 extension 1027.
Original story:
Police responded to a wooded area along Park Avenue Thursday morning after a body was found.
It's next to the on-ramp to Interstate 80 eastbound.
Stroud Area Regional Police, the State Police Forensic Unit, and Monroe County Coroner's Office are investigating.
The Stroudsburg Fire Department is also assisting.
Local police were seen carrying a variety of equipment down this embankment.
Newsatch 16 has been in touch with the chief of police for Stroud Area Regional, she says it's too early to share any information at this time.
Developing story, check back for updates.
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