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Barnsley Human Remains Spur Murder Inquiry in Six-Year Cold Case

A forensic-led murder probe has been launched after last week’s discovery with two suspects bailed pending formal identification of the remains

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Overview

  • Human remains were uncovered on July 14 at a property on Broadcarr Road in Hoyland, prompting South Yorkshire Police to elevate the case to a homicide investigation.
  • Two men aged 71 and 72 were re-arrested on suspicion of murder and subsequently released on bail as enquiries continue.
  • Forensic teams have established cordons at multiple Barnsley scenes, including Dike Hill and Sheffield Road, to gather evidence over the coming weeks.
  • Senior Investigating Officer Andy Knowles has appealed for anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, to contact South Yorkshire Police.
  • The family of missing father Richard Dyson have been informed of developments and are receiving support while formal identification of the remains remains pending.