A human skull was discovered during an Easter egg hunt at DeForest Park in Long Beach, California, on Sunday afternoon, authorities confirmed. The remains were found near a walking trail in the roughly 50-acre park, which includes wetlands, trails, and sports facilities. The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) confirmed the skull was human and that an investigation is underway, led by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office.
The discovery was made around 5 p.m. as families gathered for the holiday event. Preliminary reports suggested the skull may belong to an infant, though officials have not confirmed this detail. The park was partially sealed off with crime scene tape, and a white canopy was erected for the investigation. Police have not released further information about the circumstances surrounding the discovery or whether it is linked to any missing persons cases.
DeForest Park, located about 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles, is a popular recreational area with nature trails and freshwater wetlands. The investigation remains ongoing, with no additional details available at this time.