Police have confirmed that human remains have been found at an industrial estate in Darwen.
Officers were seen working around Marsh House Lane Industrial Estate over recent days.
A statement from Blackburn with Darwen Police said: ‘’You may have seen a police presence on the Marsh House Lane Industrial Estate in Darwen over recent days and we just wanted to give you the latest update in order to stop any speculation.
‘’We can confirm that we have found what we believe to be the remains of a man.
‘’Although it will likely be a few months before we get a formal identification, the family of the man who we believe this to be have been informed of the development. Our thoughts are with them at this sad time.
‘’Our work is ongoing to establish the cause of the man’s death. However, it is not currently being treated as suspicious.
‘’We would like to thank members of the public who have come forward with information.’’
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