CHARLOTTE, N.C.--- Gaston County police are investigating human remains found near Dallas Tuesday.
A state utility crew discovered the remains around 4 p.m. in a wooded area just off of Old Spencer Mountain Road, officers say.
According to investigators, the deceased appears to be a male. Articles of clothing found on the remains are described as blue jeans, a denim jacket, burgundy dress shirt and black combat boots.
An autopsy will be performed to determine the cause of death and to help identify the remains.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Gaston County Police at 704-866-3320 or CrimeStoppers at 704-861-8000.









