Police try to identify human remains found in woods near Kincardine
The discovery was made on Sunday and the remains are believed to be male.
Human remains which are believed to be male have been found in woods near Kincardine.
The discovery was made by a member of the public in Devilla Forest at around midday on Sunday.
Police are now trying to identify the remains and say they are treating the death as 'unexplained'.
Detective Chief Inspector Scott Cunningham said: "Identifying this person is my main priority, therefore I am appealing to members of the public who may not have seen a relative, friend or neighbour over the past few weeks or months and believe they may have known or frequented this area to please contact the police.
"This person wore glasses and was wearing outdoor clothing including a blue short-sleeved 'Kalenji' t-shirt, grey trousers with black patches on the knees and black 'Quechua' walking shoes.
"There was also a black and red rucksack found.
"We are also keen to speak to members of the public who remember seeing anyone going into the Devilla Forrest in the past few weeks or months, as this may help us with identifying this person.
"If you have any information that can assist with our inquiries then please contact police immediately."
Anyone with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 1754 of September 3 or make an anonymous report to the charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111