But the most disturbing sight was a mound of grass nearby, concealing human body parts, including fingers and an arm.
Investigators would also uncover Treadwell’s severed and mutilated head, along with his detached right arm still adorned with a wristwatch.
The pieces fell into place, painting a gruesome picture of the couple’s fate.
The discovery of a six-minute audio recording, capturing the horrifying sounds of the attack, added another layer of tragedy to the already harrowing tale.
Although Treadwell hadn’t removed the lens cap on his camera, the microphone was still running.