November 12, 2026

Possible human remains found at home during remodeling project

 (WYMT) – Paintsville police were called to a home on Main Street just before 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening.

Police say homeowners remodeling the property discovered what appeared to be potential human remains beneath a bathtub.

Investigators say they found skeletal remains along with a dress.

More potential human remains were found in a crawl space beneath the home.

Paintsville police say more information will be released as it becomes available and when appropriate.