POLICE have launched a probe after suspected human remains were found in a field in South Gloucestershire. 

The body parts were discovered at a site in Emersons Green but have not yet been identified.

Multiple emergency service vehicles, including a police forensics van and an underwater search unit, have been at the site since yesterday, Tuesday, November 5. 

Avon and Somerset Police said: “Police are investigating the discovery of suspected human remains in a field in Emersons Green.

"Officers were alerted just before midday on Tuesday, November 5 by a member of the public.

"Police and fire crews attended, and further searches will be carried out today, Wednesday 6 November.

"Detectives have not yet been able to identify the remains, and the death is currently being treated as unexplained pending a forensic post-mortem examination.

"Anyone with any information which could help the investigation is asked to call 101 and give the reference 5224291560."

Avon Fire and Rescue Service said: "We were called to support police at 2.09pm on November 5 with an incident on Apple Grove, Emersons Green.

"Firefighters from Yate attended and supported police with their enquiries."