Human remains were found in a ditch by a work crew near Range Road 285 and Township Road 264, east of Airdrie at approximately 4 p.m. on May 4, according to the RCMP.
Airdrie RCMP responded and secured the area. After consulting with Calgary Police Services (CPS), investigators said they believed the body may be that of a young woman missing from Calgary since March.
The investigation has been turned over to CPS, according to a release issued by Airdrie RCMP on May 5.
The body was moved to the Calgary Medical Examiners office on May 4 and an autopsy took place on May 5 to help determine the identity of the victim.
In a release issued on May 5, CPS said the investigation was ongoing and no further information would be released until that investigation was completed.
If you have any information on any crime, call the Airdrie RCMP detachment at (403) 945-7200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
