Human Bone Discovery Near Abbey Lane in Victorville Sparks Homicide Investigation

VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Authorities have launched a homicide investigation following the discovery of human bones near Stoddard Wells Road in Victorville.

The incident began on Monday, January 26, 2026, around 5:47 p.m., when a person walking their dog reported finding what appeared to be a human bone near the terminal end of Abbey Lane.

Deputies from the Victorville station responded and confirmed the discovery of a bone at the scene. The Coroner’s Division was immediately notified and collected the remains for examination, according to a written statement from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.

On Wednesday, January 28, the Coroner’s Division confirmed the bone was human. This led to the involvement of the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail, which assumed control of the investigation.

Further search efforts were conducted on Friday, January 30, 2026, in coordination with the Coroner’s Division.

Investigators located and recovered additional bones and fragments in the area. Preliminary findings suggest that most of those remains are animal bones, but a forensic anthropologist will conduct an autopsy to determine which fragments are human.

The identity of the decedent remains unknown. DNA testing is underway to aid in identification.

Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact the Homicide Detail at 909-890-4904. Anonymous tips can be submitted to We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or online at wetip.com.

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