Sydney homicide inquiry launched after human torso found in bushland sofa

New South Wales police launched a homicide investigation after officers discovered a human torso inside a sofa located in bushland in Lane Cove North. Authorities were alerted on Wednesday afternoon following reports of human remains and a strong odor in the area. Forensic specialists seized the remains, which are believed to belong to an adult male and appear to have been at the location for at least a couple of days. Detectives and the state homicide squad have deployed resources including cadaver dogs and aviation command to investigate the unusual discovery in the quiet neighborhood.