Sheriff's officials said Wednesday that skeletal remains were found in Port Manatee.
- Remains found near Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
- Autopsy will be performed
Two Mosquito Control employees were in the woods behind the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission's facility in the area checking for mosquitos when they discovered the remains, according to Sheriff W. Brad Steube.
Authorities said it was unknown how long the remains were at the location. An autopsy will be performed as part of the sheriff's office's investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Manatee County Sheriff's Office at 941-747-3011 or Crime Stoppers at 866-634-TIPS.