Unidentified human remains were discovered Saturday evening at Busse Woods North during a search for a Schaumburg man who has been missing for more than a month, authorities said
The remains were found during a coordinated search for Anthony Richert, 43, whose unoccupied vehicle had previously been located at the North Grove 2 area of Busse Woods in Elk Grove Village
Officials have not said whether the remains are believed to be those of Richert
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the person’s identity and cause of death, according to authorities
Forest Preserves of Cook County police are leading the death investigation. Investigators said there is no indication of a danger to the public
Missing Since June 25
Richert was last seen by a family member leaving his Schaumburg home at approximately 8 p.m. June 25
Schaumburg police previously said Richert has several <a href="https://healthylife7.com/is-it-anxiety-or-something-else-7-medical-conditions-that-can-mimic-anxiety-symptoms/” title=”Is it anxiety or something else? 7 medical conditions that can mimic anxiety symptoms”>medical conditions requiring medications that he did not have with him. His family and friends expressed concern for his safety and well-being
Detectives later found Richert’s vehicle parked and unoccupied at Busse Woods’ North Grove 2 area. Multiple searches followed, with Schaumburg police coordinating with Forest Preserves police
The Schaumburg Police Department has led the missing-person investigation and worked with Forest Preserves police during the weekend search operation
Richert was last known to be wearing a blue T-shirt, black shorts, white socks, sandals and a baseball cap
Anyone with information about Richert’s disappearance may contact the Schaumburg Police Department’s investigations tip line at 847-348-7055
This is a developing story. Additional information will be added when the medical examiner identifies the remains or authorities release further details
