The body farm would be located in Pinellas in Hillsborough County . It is a joint project between the University of South Florida Institute of Anthropology and the Hillsborough County Sheriff 's Office . Residents fear it will bring unwanted predators and a strong odor to area . USF associate professor Erin Kimmerle said the project could help investigators solve cold cases and other crimes . There are more than 500 cold cases in Hillsborough , Pasco and Lithia counties - areas close to the research facility .
The body farm would be located in Lithia in Hillsborough County . It is a joint project between the University of South Florida Institute of Anthropology and the Hillsborough County Sheriff 's Office . Residents fear it will bring unwanted predators and a strong odor to area . USF associate professor Erin Kimmerle said the project could help investigators solve cold cases and other crimes . There are more than 500 cold cases in Hillsborough , Pasco and Pinellas counties - areas close to the research facility .