Police investigate discovery of foetus remains near Stonyhurst Hodder bridge
Police have launched an investigation after the remains of a foetus were discovered near a bridge close to Stonyhurst College.
Lancashire Police were called at around 3.13pm on Tuesday, August 11, following reports of the discovery close to the area beneath Hodder Bridge on Whalley Road, Stonyhurst.
Officers attended the scene, which remains in place while enquiries are carried out.
Police have appealed to anyone who may have information which could help establish how the remains came to be at the location.
A Lancashire Police spokesperson said: “We know this is concerning to hear about, and we want to reassure you that a full investigation is underway to determine how the remains came to be at the location they were found.”
Officers are particularly keen to hear from anyone who was in the area between Sunday, August 9 and 3pm on Tuesday, August 11, and witnessed anything unusual.
Police are also appealing for anyone with dashcam footage from travelling over Hodder Bridge during that period to come forward.
Anyone who believes they can assist the investigation is asked to contact 101, quoting log 864 of August 11.