Lancashire Police have initiated a major investigation following the grim discovery of suspected human remains in the coastal town of Lytham.
The find was made by a member of the public on Fairhaven Road on Tuesday afternoon, prompting an immediate large-scale response from emergency services.
Forensic teams have cordoned off the area and are conducting a meticulous examination of the scene. A significant police presence remains in place as officers work to establish the circumstances surrounding the discovery.
A spokesperson for Lancashire Police confirmed the ongoing operation: "We were called at around 4.20pm today to reports that human remains had been found at a location on Fairhaven Road in Lytham. Officers are currently in attendance and a scene is in place whilst we work to ascertain the full circumstances."
The nature of the remains and how they came to be at the location have not been disclosed, with police treating the incident with the utmost sensitivity. Investigations are in their very early stages.
Local residents have expressed their shock at the police activity in the normally quiet area. The force has assured the community that a full and thorough investigation is underway.
