MT. VERNON, IL — Initial information has been reported on the discovery of human remains found in Mt. Vernon Monday evening.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says the remains were discovered by shed antler hunters at the intersection of Veteran’s Memorial Drive & Davidson Avenue near the I-57 ramps. Sheriff Bullard says the remains are believed to have been there for some time. Jefferson County Roger Hayse is investigating but no final determinations or names are being reported.

We’ll have more details for you on this developing story as they become available to us.

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