Human remains found in chimney at PS 113 in Glendale, Queens
GLENDALE, Queens (WABC) -- Human remains were discovered inside the chimney of a school in Queens on Tuesday morning.
Police received a 911 call just before 9 a.m. regarding possible human remains found at P.S./I.S. 113 Anthony J. Pranzo.
Upon arrival, investigators located human remains inside the school's chimney.
A custodian at the school called for an exterminator to have a foul odor checked, thinking it was from pests. The exterminator discovered a shoe and then a foot.
School let out for the summer on Friday. Officials say no students or staff were present at the time.
The school is closed for repair work this summer so mainly just contractors have been present.
Detectives are planning to ask the contractors if they know anything and whether any of their people are missing.
The remains have not yet been removed from the chimney. The Medical Examiner's Office will determine the victim's identity and cause of death.
Neighbors and members of the school community were shocked by the discovery.
"It's just tragic, whoever it is, whatever happened, it's just really sad," neighbor Maggie Rosario said. "I do thank God it didn't happen when the kids were in school but summer camp starts next week."
NYC Schools released the following statement:
"This discovery is deeply upsetting and concerning, and we are making sure the right supports are in place for the entire school community while NYPD investigates. There were no students present this morning as the building is closed this summer for construction."
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