Human remains found in 6-year search for missing Barnsley man
Senior investigating officer Andy Knowles said: "We are keeping an open mind following this discovery, and working around the clock to establish the identity of the person involved and the circumstances surrounding this development."Richard Dyson and his family remain at the forefront of our minds as we progress our enquiries, and we know how important it is for them to get answers."We remain keen to hear from anyone with any information which could assist us, no matter how insignificant it may seem. Please get in touch and tell us what you know."An ongoing police presence is expected at Dike Hill in Harley and Sheffield Road in Hoyland Common for the next few weeks, the force added.Formal identification of the remains is yet to take place.
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