DNA evidence says remains found under parking lot are those of Richard III . The bones were discovered in a car park at the site where he was killed on April 14th 1485 by his cousin Henry Tudor. They found evidence of 10 wounds -- eight to the head and two to the body -- which they believe were inflicted at or around the time of death . DNA tests confirm `` beyond reasonable doubt '' the identity of the bones . Supporters of Richard III hope the discovery will mean history has to be rewritten .
DNA evidence says remains found under parking lot are those of Richard III . The bones were discovered in a car park at the site where he was killed on April 14th 1485 by his cousin Henry Tudor. DNA tests confirm `` beyond reasonable doubt '' the identity of the bones . Supporters of Richard III hope the discovery will mean history has to be rewritten .