‘Limbless human torso’ found in river by horrified passersby as cops launch probe & set up crime scene

A “TORSO” has been found in the river of a London nature reserve, as cops launched a probe following the gruesome discovery.

Cops were called to Mitcham, south London, after reports of human remains found in the River Wandle.

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Cops were called to a south London nature reserve (stock pic)[/caption]

The grim find was made by members of the public yesterday, with locals left shocked after the “limbless torso” was pulled from the water by emergency crews.

Scotland Yard said: “On Tuesday, 21 May police were called to Rawnsley Avenue, Mitcham after human remains were found in a river by members of the public.

“Officers attended and have set up a crime scene, the road will remain shut until the scene is closed.

“Enquiries are on-going into the circumstances and we await formal identification of the remains.”

A spokesperson added: “At this early stage, we have not made any arrests.”

More to follow.