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id: 9717245040
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-05 17:50 EST
updated: 2026-11-05 17:50 EST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Human remains found during West Village garden renovation

Construction workers renovating a garden at 79 Christopher St. found skeletal remains Thursday, and police responded to a 911 call.

Section: [Public Safety](/new-york/section/safety.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [amNY](https://www.amny.com/news/skull-bones-found-west-village-garden/), 2026-11-05 17:50 EST: Human skull and bones found during West Village garden renovation

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