Police identify human remains found southeast of North Battleford

Human remains found in a forested area last week southeast of North Battleford, Sask., have been identified.

Saskatchewan RCMP say the remains belong to 20-year-old Nitanas Scarlett.

She was reported missing on Aug. 7 and last seen on July 4 in North Battleford.

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Police say her death is considered suspicious in nature.

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