Houston police investigate suspected fetus found in dumpster on Northside

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Houston police and detectives responded Wednesday to a report of what appeared to be a fetus found inside a dumpster behind an executive office building in north Houston. 

What we know:

According to police, officers were called at around 11:30 a.m. to West Greens Road near Northborough Drive.

Detectives said they believe the remains found in the dumpster were a fetus. Investigators went inside the office building to speak with occupants and indicated a time-sensitive welfare check was being conducted in connection with the investigation.

Police said no arrests have been made, and no charges have been filed. 

What we don't know:

Additional details were not immediately released about the person being checked on by police.

The Source: FOX 26 was on the scene of the investigation and spoke with HPD. 

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