Police are awaiting the outcome of forensic analysis after human remains were discovered at Ballina on Monday afternoon.

About 3.50pm on Monday (16 February 2026), police were called to the Richmond River, near Cherry Street, following reports that possible human remains had been located.

At the scene, officers located human remains on the northern bank of the river.

Officers attached to Richmond Police District established a crime scene and transported the remains to Ballina Police Station.

The remains will now undergo forensic examination to determine the identity of the deceased.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.