New South Wales police are continuing their search for human remains after a torso was found in bushland on Sydney’s lower north shore. Police were called to Lane Cove North at approximately 2:30pm on Wednesday following reports from the public about a strong odour in the area, according to Supt Paul Devaney.
Officers discovered a sofa containing the human remains, which consisted of a torso without a head, arms, or legs, located about five metres from the road. The body is believed to be that of an adult male and showed signs of having been there for 'at least a couple of days'.
Detectives from the state’s homicide squad have launched an investigation, with the Aviation Command (PolAir) and a cadaver dog also involved in the search. Supt Devaney stated there was no apparent threat to local residents, adding that there was 'no indication that this person met foul play within the area of Lane Cove'.
Local residents expressed shock, with one describing the area as 'usually very quiet'. Members of the public with relevant information, including dashcam or security camera footage, have been urged to contact the police.