Lenoir Police identify human remains found behind old mall

LENOIR, N.C. – Lenoir Police say human remains found in a wooded area in Lenoir belong to a man reported missing in August. Officials say those remains are that of Jeffrey Laxton.

The remains were found last month on Morganton Boulevard behind the old Lenoir Mall. Investigators used medical records to identify the missing 59-year-old.

Officials say there is no evidence of foul play.