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HUMAN REMAINS CONTINUE TO BE RECOVERED AT DEPOT OVERPASS CONSTRUCTION SITE

(Richmond, IN)--Human remains continue to be recovered at the site of the Depot District overpass replacement project in Richmond.  The grassy area at the north side of the bridge was once a Quaker cemetery.  Kicks 96 and 101.7 The Point News first reported in early February that the first remains that had been left behind were found during preliminary digging.  Now, INDOT has brought in an archeological consulting firm to document the remains that continue to be located as work progresses.  A statement from INDOT Tuesday said that it "wishes to respect the remains and will take steps to preserve the dignity of the deceased individuals by covering or tenting the area during removal."