Human remains found inside burning property in Alberta's Rocky View County

Human remains were found inside a burning home early Tuesday morning, Strathmore RCMP said.

Police say after they responded to the structure fire on the rural property near Strathmore, they contacted the Major Crimes Unit (MCU) South, andMCUbeganan investigation.

The CalgaryRCMPForensic Identification Section also attended to assist with the examination, according to the news release.

An autopsy was conducted at the office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Calgary on Wednesday;however, further investigation is needed and underway to identify the deceased person.

The cause of thefire to the structure is still under investigation by the district fire chief inRocky View County.

An update will be provided when available.