NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — Indiana State Police said Tuesday they believe the remains of a missing Noblesville man have been found recently.
An ISP spokesperson said DNA results are pending but that they "are confident" the remains found inside a burned SUV are that of 58-year-old Patrick Stern.
Police did not release additional information but said the case is being investigated as a homicide.
In April, police sought the public's help in locating Stern and said said the circumstances surrounding his disappearance were believed to be suspicious.
Stern was last seen March 2 on the southeast side of Indianapolis, driving a black 2012 Cadillac Escalade with tinted windows and an Indiana "Colts" license plate IC840.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317-262-8477.
Amber Alert vs. Silver Alert: What's the difference?
There are specific standards a person's disappearance must meet in order for police to declare an Amber Alert or a Silver Alert.
Amber Alerts are for children under the age of 18 who are believed to have been abducted and in danger. Police also need to have information about a suspect and their car to issue an Amber Alert.
Silver Alerts are for missing and endangered adults or children. They are much more common for missing people. It was not until last year when the standards for Silver Alerts were expanded to include children.
In both situations, these alerts must be issued by police.