Investigators find human remains in the backyard of a missing 81-year-old Jackson woman
By Richard Bourne, Chris Oswalt
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JACKSON, Miss. (WAPT) — Investigators searching for a missing 81-year-old Jackson woman have found unidentified human remains in the backyard of her home, authorities confirmed Tuesday.
Investigators searching for a missing 81-year-old Jackson woman have found unidentified human remains in the backyard of her home, authorities confirmed Tuesday.
The discovery was made during an expanded search at the home in the 200 block of Baybury Lane, where Jackson police and other agencies brought in excavators and heavy equipment as part of the missing person investigation of Carol Ryan.
Investigators said a cadaver dog alerted to the backyard, prompting crews to begin digging. During that search, human remains were discovered. Police said the remains have not been identified, and Carol Ryan will officially remain listed as a missing person until identification is confirmed.
Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones confirmed the heavy equipment was being used to support the active search and said the investigation remains ongoing.
Authorities also confirmed that two people — Ryan’s son and daughter-in-law — have been detained by investigators for questioning. Officials said no charges have been announced, but charges are possible depending on the outcome of the investigation.
Police said they obtained a judge’s warrant to search the home and surrounding areas, including vehicles. Portions of Baybury Lane were blocked off during the operation.
Ryan was reported missing Saturday. Authorities have described her disappearance as suspicious but said there has not yet been confirmation that a crime has been committed.
“We don’t have any persons of interest at this time, because we don’t have a crime at this point,” Jones said earlier in the investigation. “But due to the circumstances, it does seem somewhat suspicious.”
Investigators said they have interviewed family members and neighbors as part of the search.
This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Jackson Police Department.
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