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Cops: Human Remains Found In Long Island Yard

BRENTWOOD, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) -- Suffolk police on Sunday were investigating the discovery of human remains outside a home in Suffolk County.

Police said the skeletal remains were found in the yard of 26 Frank St. in Brentwood around 2 p.m. Saturday.

The remains, which investigators believe are at least a decade old, were taken to the Suffolk County Medical Examiner to determine the identity and official cause of death.

Authorities said the discovery didn't immediately appear to be gang related.

Anyone with information, can call the Homicide Squad at 631-852-6392 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS, texting "SCPD" and your message to "CRIMES" (274637) or by email at www.tipsubmit.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.

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