(24/7 News) -- The Jackson County Sheriff says a group of children made a gruesome discovery of what appears to be human bones over the weekend.
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According to reports, the Sheriff's Office received a call from the children's father about the remains which were found near CH & D Road outside Jackson.
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County Coroner Dr. Alice Frazier says a forensic investigation has begun, and they have been able to collect DNA in the hopes of identifying the person.
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Officials said it was too early to determine if foul play was involved, and detectives were at the scene collecting any possible evidence that may aid in the case.