Two young brothers, Benson and Colton Saxon, discovered a human skull and dozens of additional bones while playing near a creek in Anderson County, South Carolina, prompting a death investigation by local authorities [1]. The boys initially thought the object was a rock, but upon closer inspection, realized it had eye sockets and brought it home to their mother, Megan Saxon, who first believed the bones were from an animal. After noticing bone marrow, she contacted 911, leading to a response from deputies, detectives, forensic investigators, and the coroner’s office [1].
The coroner confirmed the skull was human, and a subsequent search uncovered approximately 45 to 50 more bones believed to belong to a single individual. Officials stated the remains appeared "pretty weathered," suggesting they may be at least ten years old, though this estimate is preliminary and based on the roots found around the bones [1]. The remains are believed to belong to a person between the ages of 15 and 25 and may have been carried downstream by the creek, according to WSPA [1].
Authorities reported no visible fractures on the skull and indicated it is too early to determine whether foul play was involved. The identity of the deceased has not yet been released, and the skeleton is incomplete [1]. The investigation is ongoing, with officials working alongside an anthropologist, cadaver dogs, and additional law enforcement resources [1].
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office and sheriff’s office continue to investigate the case, and Fox News Digital has reached out for further comment but has not received a response as of the article's publication [1].
CONCLUSION
The discovery of human remains by two young brothers has initiated a complex investigation in Anderson County, South Carolina. While authorities have confirmed the bones are human and likely over a decade old, the cause of death and identity remain unknown. The case is ongoing, with law enforcement employing multiple resources to uncover further details.