Child’s remains found in backyard of Rose Hill home

BUTLER COUNTY, Kan. (KWCH) - A police response to a disturbance in Rose Hill led to the discovery of human remains in a backyard, likely those of a child. While on the scene of the disturbance call, police reported that “information was developed of a past homicide.”

The series of events leading to the discovery began about 7:30 p.m. Tuesday with the report of an adult at the home possibly barricaded inside and “making comments of self-harm,” Rose Hill police said.

“Officers arrived on scene within minutes, secured the majority of a residence and ensured other occupants were safe,” police said in a news release.

Police reported that one person was later transported to an area hospital in serious condition.

The information concerning a possible homicide led to a search the following day. During a search of the property at about 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, in the backyard of the home, investigators found human remains, the size of which, police said, “Indicate it was a youth.” Furthermore, police said, the state of decomposition indicates that the suspected homicide could’ve happened years ago.

“The investigation is ongoing and is in its early stages, however, we do believe this to be an isolated event currently and do not believe anyone in the community is in danger,” police said.