Prosecutor: Firefighters discovered burned human remains at brush fire

The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the discovery of burned human remains discovered after firefighters extinguished a brush fire.

News 12 Staff

Apr 7, 2021, 9:25 PM

Updated 1,483 days ago

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The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the discovery of burned human remains discovered after firefighters extinguished a brush fire.
Authorities say that firefighters responded to a brush fire behind the West New York Swim Club in West New York just before 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Firefighters found the body after the fire was put out.
The person has not yet been identified. The prosecutor says that the cause and manner of the person’s death are pending the results of an autopsy.
Anyone who may have information about the incident is asked to call 201-915-1345 or to leave an anonymous tip.