COSTILLA COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV) - Law enforcement is investigating after discovering human remains in a remote location in Costilla County, according to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

The Twelfth Judicial District Attorney’s Office responded to an email from a resident on Monday reporting the discovery of human remains on his property in the Wild Horse Mesa community in Costilla County.

Investigators responded to the location on Tuesday and confirmed the presence of the remains. CBI reportedly utilized K9 resources to aid in the search and recovery efforts.

The victim has not been identified, and the cause of death has not been shared.

This is an active and ongoing investigation.

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