Human remains found in dumped couch on Sydney’s lower north shore

Updated November 12, 2026 — 7:52am,first published 7:35amA human torso has been found in a couch dumped in bushland on Sydney’s lower north shore, sparking a police investigation.The remains, currently unidentified, but believed to be an adult man, were discovered in bushland off Avian Crescent, Lane Cove North, about 2.30pm on Wednesday.The remains were found in bush near Avian Crescent, Lane Cove.Google StreetViewPolice, including forensic specialists, established a crime scene as they began investigating with assistance from homicide detectives.The remains are yet to be identified. Police currently believe it to be the torso of an adult man.The location is near the Lane Cove River and multiple bushland walking tracks.More to comeOur Breaking News Alert will notify you of significant breaking news when it happens. Get it here.Jack Gramenz is a breaking news reporter at The Sydney Morning Herald.Connect via email.From our partners