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WHITERIVER, Ariz. - Human remains that were found in Navajo County have been identified as a girl who went missing last month, according to family members.

The backstory:

The White Mountain Apache Police Department says the remains were found on Nov. 3 near the Knots Landing community in Whiteriver . The victim was described as being tall with a thin build and long brown hair, wearing a tan T-shirt, black and white plaid pants and black high-top sneakers.

Update:

Family members tell FOX 10's Justin Lum that the remains have been identified as 16-year-old Challistia Colelay, who reportedly went missing on Oct. 16.

"The mother of 16yo Challistia Colelay confirms the human remains found in Whiteriver on 11/3 have been identified as Tia. It’s unknown if foul play is inv

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