An investigation has begun after human remains were found in a rural town in northern Queensland.

The discovery was made on Monday at Breddan near Charters Towers, about 138km south-west of Townsville.

According to police, the person has not been identified and a cause of death has not been established yet.

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They also said it was too early to link the remains to any ongoing investigations.

A crime scene was established, and forensic examinations of the remains and the crime scene are continuing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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