Michigan Sheriff Returns Construction-Site Ancient Bones
Published Date: 7/31/2026
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Summary
The Montcalm County Sheriff's Office in Michigan has finished checking out some old human bones found during home construction in the early 1990s. These remains are linked to Native American tribes, and they’re ready to be returned starting August 31, 2026. If you want to ask about getting them back, you can contact the Sheriff's Office by mail or email.
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Return of Native American Remains to Tribes
If you are a tribal representative or a possible lineal descendant, you can request the return of human remains that the Montcalm County Sheriff's Office holds. The remains represent one Native American individual (no funerary objects) and may be repatriated on or after August 31, 2026; send written requests to Lt. Mitchell Chapin, Montcalm County Sheriff's Office, 659 N State Street, Stanton, MI 48888, or email [email protected].
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