Police called to Lane Cove North on Wednesday after sofa found containing human torso believed to be that of adult man Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast New South Wales police have launched a homicide investigation after a human torso was found in bushland on Sydney’s lower north shore. Police said they were called to Lane Cove North about 2.30pm on Wednesday after receiving reports human remains had been found. Continue reading...
Human torso found on sofa in Sydney bushland prompts homicide investigation

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