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Skeletal remains found behind Pittsburgh area building identified as missing man

Human remains found inside White Oak building
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UPDATE: The medical examiner has identified the remains as 72-year-old Nicholas Miljus, who had been missing since May of last year. 

The previous story is below. 

WHITE OAK, Pa. (KDKA) -- An investigation is underway after human remains were found behind a building in White Oak on Saturday evening. 

According to Allegheny County Police, around 5:30 p.m. on March 16, they were notified of human remains found behind a building in the 700 block of O'Neil Boulevard. 

When they got there, they discovered skeletal remains behind the building. 

While it's initially believed there is no foul play, an investigation is underway. 

Anyone with information is asked to call the Allegheny County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS.

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