Police have confirmed a bushwalker has located what are believed to be human remains near the Philosopher Falls area in Waratah on Tasmania’s West Coast on Wednesday morning.
Inspector Andrew Hanson said the person had been searching the area as part of continuing efforts to locate missing Belgian woman, Celine Cremer, who was last seen in Waratah on Saturday, 17 June 2023.
“While forensic testing is yet to be completed, a pathologist has reviewed images and confirmed the remains are human,” he said.
“The volunteer contacted police immediately after the discovery, and officers from the Western District, along with specialist forensic personnel, are attending the scene.”
Inspector Hanson said Celine’s family in Belgium was notified this afternoon.
“We understand how distressing this development may be for her loved ones, and while everyone involved hopes it will help to provide answers, formal forensic analysis is required before we can determine whether the remains belong to Celine.”
“The person who located these remains has been dedicated to searching for Celine for some time, and their continued efforts and that of other volunteer search parties reflects the strong community support behind this matter.”
“We acknowledge the continued public interest in this case and will share further confirmed information when we are able to do so.”
