Police officers were called to Coxmoor Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, just before 7pm on Wednesday, April 26.
A member of the public came across what they suspected to be human remains and called the police.
Specialist officers are at the scene conducting a full investigation.
Here are some photos from the scene, as the investigation continues.
1. A closer look
Police have announced that human remains were found in a field off Coxmoor Road, Sutton. Photo: Brian Eyre
3. Investigation
There is a police presence on the scene, which is expected to continue over the next week. Photo: Brian Eyre
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