Human remains believed to belong to three children aged between 3 and 7 have been recovered in the Hickory Hill area of Memphis, according to police.
Authorities said the case is part of a “planned and coordinated search operation associated with an ongoing investigation” that began in early March 2026.
The remains were found in a heavily vegetated area near Ridgeway and Ridge Meadow Parkway.
Authorities said there is “no indication of any active threat to our public” as the investigation continues.
The probe began on March 8 after an anonymous caller reported a “possible human skull” in a wooded area along Ridge Meadow Parkway.
Responding officers located what appeared to be a skull but delayed a detailed search due to limited visibility.
Cadaver dogs later alerted officers to a nearby drainage pipe, prompting further inspection.
A camera system was used to examine the pipes, leading to the discovery of additional remains, including another skull and multiple bones in early April.
Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis said the remains are believed to be “a few years” old.
She urged the public to come forward with any information that could help identify the children.
