Months After Student’s Remains Were Found in Well, Authorities Discovered More of Him — but Still Don’t Know How He Died

Authorities Make New Discovery Months After Caleb Harris’ Remains Found

Months after the remains of Texas A&M student Caleb Harris were discovered, authorities have made another significant find in the case. The Corpus Christi Police Department confirmed that a human rib, found in December 2024 at a water recycling plant, belonged to Caleb Harris.

The discovery of the rib came over three months after initial remains of Caleb Harris were found at the same location. The Nueces County Medical Examiner’s Office positively identified the bone on March 28, but the cause and manner of Harris’ death remain unknown.

The investigation into the tragic death of the college student took a new turn when a city employee at the Greenwood Water Recycling Plant found the bone on December 2, 2024. The CCPD mentioned that subcontractors discovered the bone in a drying bed at the facility, leading to further analysis.

The Nueces County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the identification of the bone in a recent update. Despite this discovery, the exact circumstances surrounding Harris’ death remain a mystery, leaving authorities puzzled and the case unresolved.

Authorities mentioned that among interviews with family and friends, as well as a review of surveillance footage, Harris was last seen at his off-campus apartment on the night of March 3. Subsequent Snapchat posts by Harris provided some insights into his activities leading up to his disappearance.

Deputy Chief Billy Breedlove of the Corpus Christi Police Department previously stated that they were uncertain how Harris ended up in the sewer system initially, exploring possibilities of foul play or an accidental fall. The autopsy report revealed advanced decomposition, hindering the determination of a clear cause of death.

The latest development brought some closure with the confirmation of the rib belonging to Caleb Harris. However, unanswered questions linger, and authorities continue to seek more information that could shed light on the events leading to the student’s untimely demise.

As investigations continue, Harris’ family, friends, and the community await further updates, hoping for justice to be served and closure to be found in this heartbreaking case. The discovery of the rib serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to unravel the truth behind Caleb Harris’ mysterious disappearance and death.