Crime & Safety
Bibb County, GA: Human Remains Found in Abandoned Home Wednesday
Macon, GA – Human remains discovered inside an abandoned residence Wednesday night have prompted an investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, with authorities working to identify the deceased
By Miles Carter · 2026-10-15T09:27:08.428Z
Macon, GA – Human remains discovered inside an abandoned residence Wednesday night have prompted an investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff 's Office, with authorities working to identify the deceased individual and determine how long the remains had been inside the property.
According to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the discovery was reported just after 10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, in the 3000 block of Columbus Road in Macon, Georgia.
The call was received by the Macon Bibb E 911 Center after someone reported finding a deceased person inside the abandoned residence. Patrol deputies responded to the location and confirmed that a deceased individual was inside the building.
Following the discovery, investigators with the sheriff's office Criminal Investigation Division and Crime Scene Unit were called to examine the property and gather evidence.
Identity and Circumstances Remain Unknown
Authorities said the identity of the deceased person has not been determined. Investigators also have not established how long the remains were inside the abandoned residence before they were discovered.
Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley confirmed that the remains will be transported to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Lab for examination to help establish the person's identity.
The sheriff's office has not released information about a possible cause of death or whether foul play is suspected.
Investigation Continues as Authorities Seek Information
The discovery remains under active investigation, and officials have not announced additional findings regarding the circumstances surrounding the death.
Authorities are asking anyone who may have information about the incident or the abandoned property to contact investigators.
Anyone with information can call the Bibb County Sheriff's Office at 478 751 7500 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1 877 68CRIME .