In Montgomery County, the Sheriff's Office has recovered human remains that are believed to be those of a missing New Caney resident. The remains are thought to be those of Maria Ortiz, who was reported missing. The recovery was made possible through a collaborative effort with Texas Search and Rescue.

Preliminary findings suggest that the remains are consistent with being those of Ortiz. Definitive identification is expected later, using dental records. For more information on this developing story, readers can refer to the original report from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.