Human Remains Discovered in Wisconsin Home Amid Investigation

On August 14, 2026, investigators executing a search warrant at the rural Fond du Lac County home of 47-year-old Benjamin Larson discovered human skeletal remains, including multiple skulls, in the basement. The search was part of an ongoing stalking investigation in Dane County ^[1][2].

A forensic anthropologist conducted an initial examination and suggested that many of the remains could be ancient Native American in origin. However, several remains require further laboratory testing to determine their origins ^[1][2].

Benjamin Larson was arrested on August 31, 2026, and faces several charges in Fond du Lac County. These include three counts of receiving stolen property valued between $2,500 and $5,000, one count of felony bail jumping, and one count of obstructing an officer ^[1][2].

During the search, investigators also found items related to serial killers in the basement. These included shrines to Ed Gein, materials allegedly connected to the Zodiac Killer, and a jar labeled as containing part of John Wayne Gacy’s brain ^[1][2].

Larson remains in custody on a $250,000 cash bond. His preliminary hearing in Fond du Lac County is scheduled for September 4, 2026, with a Dane County arraignment and bail hearing set for September 11, 2026 ^[2][3].

What Is Known

The investigation began as part of a stalking case in Dane County, leading to the discovery of human remains at Larson’s home. Initial examinations indicate that some remains may be ancient Native American, while others need further testing. Larson faces multiple charges and remains in custody ^[1][2][3].

What Remains Unclear

The exact origins of several remains are still unknown, pending specialized laboratory testing. Additionally, claims about the acquisition of the remains from oddity shops or as family heirlooms have not been independently confirmed ^[3].