The New York Police Department’s Harbor Unit pulled the remains out of the river near Governor's Island around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday.

A ferry captain alerted NYPD to a floating suitcase in the East River, revealing human remains. Authorities are investigating the victim's identity and cause of death, amid rising concerns over body discoveries in NYC.

According to ABC News, authorities from the New York Police Department's Harbor Unit made the grim discovery at approximately 5:30 p.m. in the 1st Precinct near Governors Island. The crew of a ferry reportedly first spotted the suitcase bobbing in the water and cruised alongside it, attempting to pull in onboard.