Police investigating after remains of woman found in Brooklyn park

CANARSIE, Brooklyn (WABC) -- Police are investigating a gruesome discovery in Brooklyn.

The body of a woman was found Monday night by a person walking their dog inside Canarsie Park at East 86 Street and Seaview Avenue at about 6 p.m.

Police say the woman's arms and legs were missing. The remains were found about 15 feet off of a walkway.

It is not yet clear how long the body had been there.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death and the investigation is ongoing, police said.

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