Human Remains Recovered Near Lake Tenkiller In Wooded Area

An investigation is underway after human remains were found near Lake Tenkiller, authorities say.

The Sequoyah County Sheriff's Office said information from a deer hunter led to the recovery of several human bones in a densely wooded area by the lake.

Cherokee Nation marshals, Oklahoma Medical Examiner's and the District 27 DA's Office assisted in the search.

Deputies said the bones were scattered over a 200-yard area and had likely been there for several years.

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