An investigation is underway after skeletal remains were found in Opelika over the weekend.

Opelika police were notified just before 3 p.m. Saturday that someone had located the remains in a wooded area in the 2600 block of Northpark Drive.

Detectives requested help from the Montgomery Police Department’s cadaver dog.

This morning, investigators from both agencies launched an active search of the area.

Officials said the remains will be sent to the Lee County Coroner’s Office for further examination.

Anyone with information is asked to call Opelika police at 334-705-5220 or the Secret Witness Hotline at (334) 745-8665. Tips can be submitted through our Opelika Police Mobile App.

Tips can also be submitted to Central Alabama Crime Stoppers at (334) 215-STOP (7867).