Police are yet to confirm whether the remains are those of the 14-year-old, who disappeared on April 30, but they’ve informed her family of the discovery.

Northern District Commander Kate Chambers said a crime scene had been declared where the remains were found in bushland near Nabowla, north-east of Launceston, as well as a property at nearby Scottsdale.

Missing Tasmanian teen, 14-year-old Shyanne-Lee Tatnell.
Missing Tasmanian teen, 14-year-old Shyanne-Lee Tatnell. (A Current Affair)

“It is with a heavy heart that I can confirm that remains were located late this afternoon during our extensive search. While these have not yet been forensically confirmed, they are believed to be human remains,” Chambers said.

“We have been in regular contact with Shyanne-Lee’s family throughout the investigative process, and have notified them about this latest development. 

“Our thoughts continue to be with them and Shyanne-Lee’s loved ones during this difficult time.”

About 180 police and search and rescue personnel were on Wednesday involved in searches in two locations, including one where a cadaver dog was used.

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