Overview

• Police responding around 1 p.m. Wednesday to a report of suspicious behavior at 80 Clark Street found a large backyard container holding what appeared to be human remains.
• Investigators set a perimeter, obtained a search warrant, and notified the New Britain State’s Attorney’s Office as Connecticut State Police Major Crimes and the Chief Medical Examiner joined the case.
• The building is posted unfit for occupancy with plywood-covered windows, and neighbors told reporters people had been squatting there.
• Community members created a memorial with candles and balloons, and the school district said it is aware of unconfirmed reports the individual may be a former student and is prepared to offer support.
• Authorities have not released an identity or cause of death and ask anyone with information to contact New Britain detectives at 860-826-3131.