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Human remains found near Minnesota River

Crews are expected to be at the scene all night collecting evidence.

BURNSVILLE, Minn. - The Dakota County Sheriff's Office and the Burnsville Police Department are investigating human remains found near the Minnesota River in the area of Interstate 35W and Black Dog Road.

Authorities say a person discovered the body after it had apparently washed ashore and the person contacted police around 3:45 p.m. Sunday.

Crews are working to remove the body and they are expected to be at the scene all night collecting evidence. They're using a drone to photograph the scene.

A Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death and identification of the victim.

More information is expected to be released on Monday.

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